Keystone Montana 2009

Model Montana made in 2009 by Keystone got 31 consumer complains as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to tires and unknown or other. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and equipment.

Model 2009

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
11V577000KEYSTONE RV COMPANY V (Vehicle)610102/24/2012MFRKEYSTONE RV COMPANY12/08/201112/08/2011
Defect SummaryKeystone has revised their remedy process and is again recalling certain 2009-2011 vehicles with the
Consequence SummaryContinued use of the vehicle without replacing the transfer switch may damage other appliances, increase the risk of a fire, personal injury, and property damage.
Corrective SummaryKeystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. the remedy for the previous recall (10v-594) was to inspect and tighten the switch connections. the safety recall began on february 24, 2012. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
10V594000KEYSTONE RV COMPANY V (Vehicle)629712/14/2010MFRKEYSTONE RV COMPANY11/23/201012/02/2010
Defect SummaryKeystone is recalling certain fifth wheel trailers with a generator ready option. if the transfer switch is not installed to the proper specifications, the elevated electrical loads associated with the recreational vehicle use in higher ambient temperatures may cause overheating of the lugs and degrading of the electrical connections.
Consequence SummaryOverheating of the connections could result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and replace the transfer switch if necessary free of charge. the safety recall began on december 14, 2010. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.
NotesKeystone safety recall no. 10-153.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
10V587000KEYSTONE RV COMPANY V (Vehicle)4770MFRKEYSTONE RV COMPANY11/17/201011/24/2010
Defect SummaryKeystone is recalling certain recreational vehicles and fifth wheel trailers equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
Consequence SummaryThe sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
Corrective SummaryKeystone is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the recall is expected to begin during november 2010. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or keystone at 866-425-4369.
NotesKeystone safety recall no. 10-150.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
TIRES
09/06/201225985
 Tl* the contact owns a 2009 keystone montana recreational vehicle equipped with bf-goodridge low range tires, size 235-85-r16. the contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the right passenger side tire blew out and 80 miles later the driver rear side tire blew. the tires were not replaced. the rv sustained damaged to the front end panel, insulation, and brake wires. the dot was not available. the tires failure mileage was 15,000 and the recreational vehicle failure mileage was 25,985.
09/06/201225985
 Tl-the contact owns a 2009 keystone montana recreational vehicle equipped with bf-goodridge low range tires, size 235-85-r16. the contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the right passenger side tire blew out and 80 miles later the driver rear side tire blew. the tires were not replaced. the rv sustained damaged to the front end panel, insulation, and brake wires. the dot was not available. the tires failure mileage was 15,000 and the recreational vehicle failure mileage was 25,985. pmb
08/01/20125
 2009 keystone montana 5th wheel. consumer states he experienced five tire failures *tgw the consumer stated the pressure was good and the weight of the camper was under gross weight.
07/06/2012
 Tl* the contact owns a 2009 keystone montana rv equipped with goodyear marathon tires, size: st 235 80 16. the contact was traveling 62 mph when the driver's side rear tire started to loose tread. on another occasion the rear passenger side tire lost tread. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the manufacturer was contacted. the tires were replaced. the dot number and vin were unavailable. the failure and the current mileages were unknown.
07/06/2012
 Tl- the contact owns a 2009 keystone montana rv equipped with goodyear marathon tires, size: st 235 80 16. the contact was traveling 62 mph when the driver's side rear tire started to loose tread. on another occasion the rear passenger side tire lost tread. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the manufacturer was contacted. the tires were replaced. the dot number and vin were unavailable. the failure and the current mileages were unknown. kmj
05/12/20125000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2009 keystone montana equipped with goodyear marathon tires, size 235/80/r16, dot# ohun1lhr190. the contact was driving 65 mph when the rear passenger tire exploded. the failure caused damage to the rear fender well. the contact stopped at a tire shop and installed a new tire. the following day, after driving 65 mph and about 200 miles, the rear driver
05/12/20125000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2009 keystone montana equipped with goodyear marathon tires, size 235/80/r16, dot# ohun1lhr190. the contact was driving 65 mph when the rear passenger tire exploded. the failure caused damage to the rear fender well. the contact stopped at a tire shop and installed a new tire. the following day, after driving 65 mph and about 200 miles, the rear driver
05/12/20125000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2009 keystone montana fifth wheel camper rv, equipped with goodyear marathon tires, size: 235/80r16, dot#ohun1lhr190. the contact was driving 65mph when the passenger side rear tire exploded. the failure caused damage to the rear fender well. the contact stop at a tire shop removed the failed tire and installed another tire. the next day after driving 65 mph and about 200 miles the driver side rear tire exploded; this was also the same size: 235/80r16. the tire damaged the fender well in the rear of the vehicle. the contact took the tire to a goodyear dealer and purchased a new tire. this was the second tire that exploded within two days and he had to purchase two tires. the dealer prepared a claim form for the contact and mailed it in to the goodyear manufacturer. the manufacturer was notified who stated they will reimburse him and the insurance company for any damages. the vehicle failure mileage was 5,000 and the tire mileage was 5,000. mw
05/01/2012207/20/2009
 Consumer writes in regards to problem with vehicle tires *tgw the consumer stated he experienced two tire blowouts, which resulted in damage to the rv. the consumer stated the tires were made in china with 2 ply sidewalls and 6 ply tread area. the consumer stated the tires didn't have enough carrying weight for the rv. *jb
12/01/2011207/20/2009
 2009 keystone montana 3400 rl fifth wheel. consumer states tire blew while driving *tgw the consumer stated the right front tire had done over a $1,000 in damage to the rv, by the time he was able to stop. on october 27, 2001 the left front tire blew out. the consumer was able to stop the rv and suffered less damage than before. the consumer stated the tires were made in china with insufficient plys in the sidewall. *jb
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
08/30/20110
 Ourselves and our neighbor began smelling propane for about a week outside of the rv. rv service tech inspected it and we were told that it is a known problem with the fittings and regulator between the two propane tanks. rv service tech said he has replaced many such fittings and had notified keystone whom gave him no response. he also asked his supervisor to file a complaint but was unsure if has ever been reported. our 7 gallon propane tank leaked entirely empty in less than two weeks, we were switched to our other propane tank while the other was leaking. we are shocked and suprised with that much propane leaking that we did not have and explosion. it cost us $80.00 to be repaired to a safe condition.

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