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2005 Keystone Raptor

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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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 Oct 27, 2008
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 5 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2005 Keystone Raptor, most frequently naming the tires & wheels, body & structure and powertrain (other) categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year.

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 & wheels350.0%
  • Body & structure116.7%
  • Powertrain (other)116.7%
  • Suspension116.7%

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
06V192000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER

Jun 6, 2006
9,486 units potentially affected
The defect: ON CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 9 VOLT BATTERY OPERATED CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) DETECTOR, IF THE BATTERY IN THE DETECTOR GOES DEAD OR IS REMOVED, THE DETECTOR WILL NOT FUNCTION AND THEREFORE CAN NOT WARN THE OCCUPANTS IF CO REACHES A HARMFUL LEVEL.
The risk: IF CO REACHES A HARMFUL LEVEL, SERIOUS ILLNESS OR DEATH COULD RESULT TO THE OCCUPANTS.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HARD WIRED 12 VOLT CO DETECTORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KEYSTONE AT 866-425-4369.
KEYSTONE RV COMPANYManufacturer number 06-068View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

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

Body & structure
Filed Oct 27, 2008

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KEYSTONE RAPTOR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE OUTSIDE WALL WAS SEPARATING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN RV MECHANIC, WHO STATED THAT THE FRAME FAILED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE FAILURE HAS BEEN OCCURRING EVER SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

NHTSA ID
10246810
Incident
Jun 15, 2004
Tires & wheels
Filed Sep 18, 2007

CARLISLE TIRE(225X75X15) ON MIDDLE AXLE ON KEYSTONE RAPTOR SEPARATED, LOOKED AS IF STEEL BELT HAD CUT INTO SIDEWALL AS A DEFECT. TIRE IMMEDIATELY SHREDDED AND DAMAGED THE RIM AND THE TIRES ON BOTH AXLES AROUND IT. ALSO DAMAGED AREA UNDER WHEEL AS WELL AS FENDER. CARLISLE WAS CONTACTED AND DENIED ANY WARRANTY AS TIRES WERE 2 YEARS OLD IN APRIL AND THIS HAPPENED IN JULY. THEY REFUSED TO ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR HIGH FAILURE RATE OF RV TRAILER TIRES. *JB

NHTSA ID
10203328
Incident
Jul 10, 2007
Tires & wheels
Filed Aug 8, 2007

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2005 KEYSTONE RAPTOR TRAILER WITH MISSION TIRES SIZE ST2257515. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH SHE EXPERIENCED BLOW OUTS ON THE TWO FRONT AND REAR TIRES. THERE WAS NO SIGN OF WEAR AND TEAR. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH THE SAME BRAND AND SIZE. THE ENGINE SIZE, NUMBER OF CYLINDERS, POWER TRAIN, AND FUEL SYSTEM INFORMATION WAS NOT APPLICABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,500.

NHTSA ID
10198888
Incident
Jul 9, 2007
Mileage
2,500 mi
Tires & wheels
Filed Sep 27, 2006

I HAVE A 2005 KEYSTONE RAPTOR TOY HAULER TRAILER (3612DS) WITH 15" MISSION "D" RATED TIRES ON THEM. I HAVE HAD 4 BLOWOUTS IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS. THE TIRES BLOWOUTS HAVE CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE UNDER-CARRIAGE OF MY TRAILER. TWO OF THE BLOWOUTS OCCURRED ON ONE TRIP WHILE I WAS NOT CARRYING ANY CARGO IN THE REAR AT ALL. THE OTHER TWO TIMES WERE WHILE I WAS CARRYING TWO FULL SIZE QUADS (THUS, THE WEIGHT WAS NOT AN ISSUE). THESE TIRES ARE JUNK AND SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED ON LARGER RIGS. LARGE RIGS SHOULD BE MANDATED TO HAVE 16" STEEL BELTED, COMMERCIAL TIRES. THESE TIRE BLOWOUTS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES OR EVEN DEATH. *JB

NHTSA ID
10169393
Incident
Aug 25, 2006
Powertrain (other)Suspension
Filed Jul 15, 2006
Crash reported

THE UNIT I PURCHASED FROM ORANGEWOOD RV IN SURPRISE, AZ. LAST YEAR,WAS DEFECTIVE AND CAUSED CONSIDERABLE DAMAGE TO OUR TOW VEHICLE AND UNIT. THIS WAS CAUSED AS A DIRECT RESULT OF A MANUFACTURER DEFECT IN THE 3 AXLES ON THE RIGHT/PASSENGER SIDE OF OUR RAPTOR-MODEL, WERE INSTALLED, 2 1/2 INCHES OFF-CENTER, WHICH CREATED DAMAGE TO VEHICLE, AS THE REAR END OF THE UNIT WAS OVER THE TRAFFIC LINE, AT TIMES AS MUCH AS 8-12 INCHES, AND SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE ROOF AND WAS AN EXCESSIVE STRAIN AND DAMAGE TO THE TOW VEHICLE, THAT IT REQUIRED EXTENSIVE REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENTS, AS THEY FRAUDULENTLY LED ME TO BELIEVE, I COULD TOW THE VEHICLE SAFELY, WITH THE VEHICLE I OWNED, WITHOUT ANY MODIFICATIONS OR IMPROVEMENTS NECESSARY, WHICH WAS NOT TRUE, AS I SOON LEARNED. ALL OF THIS COMBINED, RESULTED IN OVER $25,000.00 IN DAMAGES TO THE UNIT IT'S SELF AND THE TOW VEHICLE. I WONDER HOW MANY OTHER UNITS CAME OUT OF THE FACTORY IN THE SAME DEPLORABLE SHAPE??? R.G. MARKS. *JB

NHTSA ID
10162457
Incident
May 4, 2005

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Keystone Raptor by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026010—
2025130—
2024010—
2023010—
2022140—
2021120—
2020020—
2019230—
2018160—
2017230—
2016020—
2015340—
2014130—
20131020—
2012510—
2011260—
2010250—
2009740—
2008440—
2007830—
2006230—
2005Viewing520—
2004030—

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.