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2014 Keystone Outback

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest May 14, 2015
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
2
Latest Nov 22, 2017
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 2 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2014 Keystone Outback, most frequently naming the tires & wheels and other / unspecified categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 1 manufacturer communication is on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Tires & wheels266.7%
  • Other / unspecified133.3%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
17V755000

EQUIPMENT

Nov 22, 2017
1,205,997 units potentially affected
The defect: 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 models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy: 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 17-307.
Keystone RV CompanyManufacturer number 17-307View on NHTSA.gov
13V155000

EQUIPMENT

Apr 23, 2013
6,561 units potentially affected
The defect: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 recreational trailers equipped with Dometic 9100 Power Awnings or Weather Pro awnings, awning serial numbers 306xxxx through 314xxxx, manufactured between February 13, 2013, through April 9, 2013. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowningly become damaged. A damaged motor may lead to an unfurling of the awning.
The risk: If the awning unfurls unexpectedly either in transit or while parked, it may increase thre risk of personal injury or a crash.
The remedy: Keystone will notify owners and dealers will replace the awning motor, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Keystone at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's campaign recall number is 13-193.
Keystone RV CompanyManufacturer number 13-193View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Tires & wheels
Filed May 14, 2015

2 WEEKS AGO WHILE TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 20 IN EAST TEXAS ONE OF MY TIRES ON MY 2014 300RB SEPARATED AND DID $9K WORTH OF DAMAGE TO MY RV SEVERING GAS LINES, ELECTRICAL LINES AND DESTROYED MY CABINETS! THIS TIRE DID NOT EXPLODE. IN FACT IT WAS STILL AIRED UP TO 70 PSI WHEN I STOPPED!!!!! THE TREAD LITERALLY JUST FELL OF THE TIRE!!!!! AND WHEN I STOPPED TO PUT THE SPARE ON I NOTICED ANTHER TIRE WAS ABOUT TO SEPARATE TOO! THIS COMPANY DYNAMIC TIRE THAT MAKES THE POWER KING TOWMAX BRAND TRAILER TIRES SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO SELL THESE TIRES TO THE PUBLIC! PERIOD! AFTER READING NUMEROUS SEPARATION ISSUES WHY HAVEN'T THEY BEEN RECALLED? SIZE WAS A D RATED TIRE 225/ 75R15 LET ME STATE SOME FACTS: 1. THE TIRES WERE ONLY 2.5 YEARS OLD. I'M NO DUMMY I CAN READ A DATE CODE ON MY TIRES. 2. I WAS TRAVELING AT 60 MPH. 3. I WAS NOT OVERLOADED. IN FACT EVERY TIME I TOW I DUMP ALL TANKS INCLUDING THE HOT WATER HEATER. THE SPECS ON THE TRAILER SAYS I SHOULD BE ABLE TO CARRY UP TO 1,300 LBS OF CARGO. I WASN'T EVEN CLOSE TO THAT!!!!! WE PACK LIGHTLY! 4. I HAVE DRIVEN, TRAILERS, BOATS, ETC ALL ACROSS THE COUNTRY FOR 20 YEARS AND NEVER HAD A TIRE SEPARATE LIKE THIS ONE DID! I AM IN A CLAIMS PROCESS WITH DYNAMIC TIRE CO. WHO MAKES THE POWER KING TIRES RIGHT NOW. POWER KING IS [XXX] LUCKY THAT NO ONE WAS KILLED! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

NHTSA ID
10716368
Incident
Apr 9, 2015
Mileage
3,000 mi
Other / unspecifiedTires & wheels
Filed Apr 27, 2015

2 WEEKS AGO WHILE TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 20 IN EAST TEXAS ONE OF MY TIRES ON MY 2014 300RB SEPARATED AND DID $9K WORTH OF DAMAGE TO MY RV SEVERING GAS LINES, ELECTRICAL LINES AND DESTROYED MY CABINETS! THIS TIRE DID NOT EXPLODE. IN FACT IT WAS STILL AIRED UP TO 70 PSI WHEN I STOPPED!!!!! THE TREAD LITERALLY JUST FELL OF THE TIRE!!!!! AND WHEN I STOPPED TO PUT THE SPARE ON I NOTICED ANTHER TIRE WAS ABOUT TO SEPARATE TOO! THIS COMPANY DYNAMIC TIRE THAT MAKES THE POWER KING BRAND TRAILER TIRES SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO SELL THESE TIRES TO THE PUBLIC! PERIOD! *TR

NHTSA ID
10713258
Incident
Apr 9, 2015
Mileage
3,000 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

15-223

EQUIPMENT

KEYSTONE RV: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DEPARTURE ANGLE INCORRECT DUE TO REAR GROUND CONTROL JACK LEGS BEING TO LONG. *CN

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Keystone Outback by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026000—
2025010—
2024010—
2023100—
2022230—
2021120—
2020010—
2019120—
2018010—
2017430—
2016230—
2015020—
2014Viewing220—
2013230—
2012010—
2011440—
2010230—
2009110—
2008010—
2007830—
2006320—
2005520—
2004321—
2003322—
2002210—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.