2005 Keystone Raptor problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires (3) · Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger,bracket (1) · Structure:frame And Members (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2017-11-22 · campaign 17V755000 · 1,205,997 vehicles
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 ce
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
2008-10-27 · Structure:frame And Members“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 mileag…”
2007-09-18 · Tires“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…”
2007-08-08 · Tires · 2,500 mi“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 applic…”
2006-09-27 · Tires“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 …”
2006-07-15 · Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger,bracket · 💥 crash“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 re…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.