2008 KEYSTONE SPRINTER

2 recalls, 5 complaints - 2 TSBs

17V755000 Nov 22, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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/RMIS... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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.co... Read more
1,205,997 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Keystone RV Company
08V371000 Jul 31, 2008
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
KEYSTONE IS RECALLING 2,990 MY 2008 EVEREST, MY 2008-2009 HORNET, LAREDO, SPRINTER AND OUTBACK LOFT FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108 "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE INTERMEDIATE SID... Read more
Consequence
PULLING A VEHICLE AT NIGHT WITHOUT THE PROPER SIDE MARKER LIGHTING INCREASES THE RISK OF OTHER MOTORISTS NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE THE VEHICLE AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE MISSING SIDE MARKER LIGHTS FREE OR CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KEYSTONE AT 1-866-425-4369.
2,990 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: KEYSTONE RV COMPANY

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
STRUCTURE:BODY2
TIRES1
SEAT BELTS1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 29, 2019
Incident date: Sep 4, 2018
THE BREAK-AWAY SWITCH ON OUR CAMPER HAD BEEN DISCONNECTED WHILE IN A CAMPGROUND FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS & CAUSED THE SWITCH TO MELT & THE INSULATION TO BURN OFF OF THE WIRES, ALONG WITH OTHER WIRES GOING INTO THE JUNTION BOX. THERE WAS GREAT POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE. THE SWITCH & WIRING IS UNDER-SIZED FO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY May 31, 2011
Incident date: May 20, 2011
SEAT BELT LATCH CABLES ARE BROKEN. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH IS ATTACHED TO THE FLOOR WITH THREE CABLES. TWO ARE SNAPPED INTO LEAVING ONLY ONE TO CONSTRAIN DRIVER. IF THE DRIVER WRECKS THE ONE CABLE WON'T BE ENOUGH TO KEEP SOMEONE FROM BEING INJURED AS I'M SURE THE OTHER CABLE WILL SNAP UPON... Read more
SEAT BELTS May 31, 2011
Incident date: May 20, 2011
SEAT BELT LATCH CABLES ARE BROKEN. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH IS ATTACHED TO THE FLOOR WITH THREE CABLES. TWO ARE SNAPPED INTO LEAVING ONLY ONE TO CONSTRAIN DRIVER. IF THE DRIVER WRECKS THE ONE CABLE WON'T BE ENOUGH TO KEEP SOMEONE FROM BEING INJURED AS I'M SURE THE OTHER CABLE WILL SNAP UPON... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY May 31, 2011
Incident date: May 1, 2011
DRIVERS SIDE DOOR GETS STUCK IN THE "WIDE OPEN" POSITION. WILL NOT CLOSE. HAD TO DRIVE THIS VEHICLE TO A GARAGE WITH DOOR IN THIS POSITION. THE DOOR HINGE/BRACKET HAD TO BE CUT INTO. THIS IS THE SECOND SPRINTER TO DO THIS. THE FIRST WAS A 2007.
TIRES Jul 17, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
CONSUMER HAS A 2008 KEYSTONE SPRINTER COPPER CANYON FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER WITH DURO TIRES THAT WERE SPLITTING. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED 2 MORE TIRES WERE FOUND CRACKED AND SPLIT IN MULTIPLE PLACES. *JB

Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 KEYSTONE SPRINTER

2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER1
No comms 2021-11 Dec 2, 2021
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for November 2021 for Keystone RV Company.
No comms 2022-02 Mar 1, 2022
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for February 2022 for Keystone RV Company.

KEYSTONE SPRINTER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KEYSTONE SPRINTER across all model years (1997, 2022).

50 Total Recalls
56 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
1 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KEYSTONE SPRINTER - Year by Year

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2019 2 3 View
2018 1 0 View
2017 1 1 View
2016 3 0 View
2015 3 1 View
2014 1 0 View
2013 1 3 View
2012 1 1 View
2011 4 1 View
2010 2 1 View
2009 2 1 View
2008 (current) 2 5
2007 3 5 View
2006 3 2 View
2005 4 10 View
2004 3 11 View
2003 2 1 View
2002 1 5 View
2001 2 0 View
2000 1 0 View
1999 1 0 View
1998 1 3 View
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