2018 Keystone Bullet
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Fuel/propulsion system is the leading concern among 2 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 5th highest complaint count among 7 Bullet model years with reports.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
EquipmentNov 22, 2017
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
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Campaign 17V755000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
2 reports, newest first.
Suspension, Wheels, Other or unspecified, Mar 25, 2019
REPORT FROM MERRILL AUTOMOTIVE INSPECTION. HTTPS://2UN.ME/QRJ5AQ6Z TRAVEL TRAILER UNDER MOUNTS HAVE BROKEN OFF AT THE POINTS WHERE THE SUSPENSION FIXES TO THE FRAME. CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS UNUSED IN THE SUSPENSION SYSTEM APPEAR TO BE TOO LITE FOR THE NORMAL LOAD OF THE TRAILER. THE AXELS ARE ALSO BENT AND OUT ALIGNMENT. THE EXACT TIMING OF WHEN THE UNDER MOUNTS FAILED IS UNKNOW, IT IS ASSUMED THAT THE UNIT WAS IN MOTION DURING THE FAILURES. . ALIGNMENT ISSUES WERE FIRST DISCOVERED IN JULY OF 2018, BUT DID NOT UNDERSTAND THE EXTENT OF THE PROBLEM UNTIL JANUARY 2019. THE UNIT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP SINCE SEPTEMBER OF 2019. NEW TIRES WERE INSTALLED IN JULY 2018 AND THE INSPECTION REPORT IS CALLING FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE TIRES AGAIN DUE TO EXCESSIVE WERE DURING THE THREE MONTHS THE UNIT WAS ON THE ROAD.
Fuel/propulsion system, May 8, 2018
PROPANE HOSE FROM TANK TO REGULATOR LEAKING AT BOTH CRIMPED HOSE FITTING CONNECTIONS. APPEARS TO BE MANUFACTURING DEFECT. MANUFACTURERS ID IS: DEKING CORPORATION CO , LTD. LOT NO.852639. HOSE LEAKS UNDER VIBRATION OR DEFLECTION.