2007 Keystone Everest problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:frame And Members (3) · Tires (2) · Suspension:rear:axle:non-Powered Axle Assembly (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
2014-08-15 · Structure:frame And Members“tl* the contact owns a 2007 keystone everest rv. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the driver side front tire suddenly blew. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the technician stated that the tire failure occurred as a result of the frame fracturing above the rocker area of the front and rear axle. the vehic…”
2011-07-18 · Tires · 3,000 mi“i own a 2007 keystone everest fiver. the tires on it are the mission's 235-80-16 load range. i've had two blowouts,the first wasn't that bad but the second one did some damage on the side of the camper. i contacted the tire manufacturer and was told that because the tires were five years old that they couldn't or should i say wouldn't do anything …”
2010-10-19 · Equipment“tl*the contact owns a 2007 keystone everest trailer. the contact stated that the boiler on the refrigerator was damaged and needed to be replaced. dometic also placed a covering around the refrigerator, but the contact feels that this may not completely eliminate the failure. the refrigerator coolant continued to leak. the contact had to replace …”
2010-03-12 · Tires“tl* the contact owns a 2007 keystone everest recreational vehicle. one of the tires on the rv was damaged. when he notified the manufacturer, the contact was told that they would assist with replacing the tire. he contacted the manufacturer a second time after several days and was then told that he would be liable for the shipping costs of the new …”
2009-06-22 · Structure:frame And Members · 7,000 mi“towing everest 5th wheel model 364q from calif to washington. lippert frame broke over axles on both sides and bent, broke or twisted 14 ft. axel shifted 4" to passenger side causing tire to rub against frame for blow out. lippert frames are unsafe at any speed and have been causing damage to many rv's for several years. why hasn't nhtsa fixed …”
2009-06-15 · Structure:frame And Members · 7,000 mi“towing everest 5th wheel model # 364q in oregon frame broke over axels. *tr…”
2008-07-22 · Suspension:rear · 9,400 mi“loose axle. the back axle became loose therefore causing it to back p to the frame on one side and rubbing on the inside frame and wheel covers. this could have caused a tire blow on both sides to extremely high friction of the tires on the road and rapid wear of the tires. this also could have caused a fire due to heat created by the friction o…”
2008-01-22 · Suspension:rear:axle:non-Powered Axle Assembly“the trailer was being normally driven at legal highway speeds and was properly loaded. the curbside rear leaf spring hanger welds broke completely loose from the subframe. the hanger became wedged in the hole left in the subframe. resulting in significant damage to the trailer suspension. at this time, the damage is still being evaluated. any …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.