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2016 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.
2
Latest Jan 25, 2018
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.
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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 2016 Keystone Outback, most frequently naming the body & structure category. 3 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 3 manufacturer communications are 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

  • Body & structure2100.0%

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

3 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
17V439000

STRUCTURE

Jul 13, 2017
910 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The risk: Under certain conditions while traveling, the drawbar may bend, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: 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.
Keystone RV CompanyManufacturer number 17-290View on NHTSA.gov
16V282000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

May 10, 2016
88 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The risk: The improperly secured bracket may allow the TV to fall, increasing the risk of injury to an occupant nearby.
The remedy: 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.
Keystone RV CompanyManufacturer number 16-251View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

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

Body & structure
Filed Jan 25, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 KEYSTONE OUTBACK. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING A MANDATORY INSPECTION, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A DIP IN THE ROOF NEAR THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED ORE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND OPENED CASE NUMBER: [XXX]. NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,694. *TT INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

NHTSA ID
11064968
Incident
Jun 28, 2017
Mileage
1,694 mi
Body & structure
Filed Jun 6, 2016

KEYSTONE RV AND DUTCHMAN RV OF GOSHEN, IN ARE MANUFACTURING DEFECTIVE UNITS AND REFUSE TO REPLACE THE EXTERIOR SIDE PANELS OF THE UNIT WHICH ARE CRACKING IN HALF. THE RV HAS 5 CRACKS IN THE FRP AND GELCOAT OF THE UNIT CAUSING THE BODY OF THE UNIT TO CRACK APART. THE MORE WE HAUL IT DOWN THE ROAD THE MORE CRACKS APPEAR. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE LUAN PANELS, WHICH WERE INSTALLED BY THE FACTORY WERE NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY LEAVING AN INCH GAP BETWEEN EACH ONE THEREFORE THE FRP HAS NOTHING TO ADHERE TO, CAUSING THE UNIT TO CRACK APART ON BOTH SIDES. THE GEL COAT IS CRACKED AS WELL AS THE FRP ON THE EXTERIOR, WHO KNOWS WHAT IS HAPPENING TO THE INTERIOR. I HAVE BEEN TALKING TO THE WARRANTY COMPANY SINCE SEPTEMBER 2015 WITH NO HELP FROM THEM JUST GETTING THE RUN AROUND. THE WARRANTY COMPANY WANTS TO REPAIR THE UNIT, WHICH HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED AND THE REPAIR DID NOT WORK. THE SIDE PANELS NEED TO BE REPLACED. WE WERE DEFINITELY SOLD A DEFECTIVE UNIT AND SOMEONE KNOWS WE WERE AS REPAIRS WERE ALREADY DONE AND NOTHING WAS DIVULGED TO US. WE BOUGHT THIS UNIT IN JUNE OF 2015 AND WE WERE TOLD IT WAS BRAND NEW. IT IS JUST A MATTER OF TIME BEFORE THIS UNIT CRACKS APART ON THE HIGHWAY AND CAUSES AN ACCIDENT. IT IS LITERALLY CRACKING IN HALF ON BOTH SIDES OF THE UNIT. THERE ARE 5 CRACKS IN ALL.

NHTSA ID
10872847
Incident
Sep 10, 2015
Mileage
169 mi

Manufacturer communications

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

15-240

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

THIS ADVISORY 15-240 INVOLVES UNITS MANUFACTURED WITH THE WIRING TO ACTIVATE THE ELECTRIC ELEMENT ON THE WATER HEATER NOT WIRED CORRECTLY. THIS WILL NOT ALLOW THE USE OF THE ELECTRIC ELEMENT OF THE WATER HEATER, WHILE THE PROPANE SIDE WILL FUNCTION NORMALLY.

15-240

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

THIS COMMUNICATION IS INFORMING DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENTS OF ADVISORY 15-240 FOR THE OUTBACK WATER HEATING WIRING.

15-240

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

THIS COMMUNICATION IS THE FINAL CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION FOR ADVISORY 15-240 FOR THE OUTBACK WATER HEATING WIRING.

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—
2016Viewing230—
2015020—
2014220—
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.