2016 Keystone Carbon
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Structure is the leading concern among 5 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the highest complaint count among 4 Carbon 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
EquipmentNov 15, 2016
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Keystone Carbon, Fuzion, Impact, Raptor, and Dutchmen Voltage toy hauler fifth wheels equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2016. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 16-267.
Campaign 16V825000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: structure
3 reports, newest first. Show all
Structure, Nov 7, 2017
BRACE, ARTICULATING STEPS - FRACTURE. THE ARTICULATING STEPS TO THE MAIN CABIN ARE UNSUPPORTED DUE TO A FRACTURE IN THE REARMOST WELD OF THE BRACE IN WHICH THE STEP ASSEMBLY RESTS ON IN THE FULLY ARTICULATED/OPEN STATE. ENTRY AND EGRESS BY AN OCCUPANT IS CHARACTERIZED BY A SUDDEN DROP DURING ENTRY/EXIT. LOADING THE BRACE CAUSES THE BRACE TO DISENGAGE FROM ITS MATING SURFACE DUE TO THE BROKEN WELD; THE STEP ASSEMBLY DROPS ON 1 SIDE CAUSING THE OCCUPANT TO BECOME UNSTABLE AND LOSE BALANCE. CONDITION IS WITNESSED ON A 5TH WHEEL TOY HAULER; STEPS ARE USED WHEN STATIONARY.
Structure, Apr 4, 2017
CARBON 387: ARTICULATING ROOF ACCESS LADDER FASTENERS (MULTIPLE) LOOSEN AND BACK OUT OF THE SIDE WALL DURING ROAD MOTION/ USE. LADDER BRACKETS BEGIN TO SEPARATE FROM SIDE WALL CREATING AN UNSAFE CLIMBING CONDITION.
Structure, Apr 4, 2017
ALUMINUM FRAMEWORK CONSTRUCTING THE MAIN LIVING AREA SLIDE-OUT PROTRUDES INTO THE TIRE AREA AND CONTACTS THE REAR TIRE DURING JOUNCE CONDITIONS. [PICTURE SHOWN IS FRAMEWORK PULLED AWAY FROM BODY SIDE - AS SHOWN BY MOLDING MISMATCH]