2017 Keystone Outback problems & recalls

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 keystone outback recreational trailers, model 326rl, manufactured february 24, 2016, to april 21, 2016. these vehicles have a television mounting bracket that may not be properly secured to the wall.

Risk: The improperly secured bracket may allow the tv to fall, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant nearby.

Fix: Keystone has notified the affected owners. dealers will re-install the tv bracket with larger screws, free of charge. the recall began on may 13, 2016. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 16-251.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain 2016-2017 keystone outback travel trailers, models 220urb, 240urs, 250urs, 255ubh, and 293ubh. the affected vehicles were built with an incorrect drawbar installed to tow the travel trailer.

Risk: Under certain conditions while traveling, the drawbar may bend, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will bolt on a reinforcement channel over the existing drawbar attachment of the frame, free of charge. the recall began on august 28, 2017. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 17-290.

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling various 2003-2018 crossroads, dutchmen, and keystone recreational trailers equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. a list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v755-5127.pdf. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher mode

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-574-535-2100, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information. keystone's number for this recall is 1