- The problem
- 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
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Keystone Outback Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2005 Keystone Outback with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (2) and the equipment & accessories (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2004 has 3 and the 2006 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Outback year, for its age
#259 most complained-about 2005 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2005 Keystone Outback problems
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2005 Keystone Outback recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Keystone is recalling 161,250 my 2004-2007 fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation. The refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
- The risk
- If this solution is exposed to an ignition source under certain specific circumstances, it can result in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Keystone is working with dometic to repair these refrigerators (please see 08e032). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or keystone at 1-866-425-4369.
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5 complaints about the 2005 Keystone Outback
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Dometic rm2652 fridge has fracture on boiler. Dometic has obvious problem with this fridge. They did a recall and I never was notified. Their recall was a safety recall. But it also states that is we have problems listed the recall is valid for us. I have problems listed and was told they would not take care of repairing my fridge for me. If they know of the problems with their equipment I think they should be held responsible for more than a piece of sheet metal that I could install on my own. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 keystone outback fifth wheel rv. The circuit breakers and oven pilot light would continually turn off, and the shower would leak. Also the siding, made of fiber glass, began to bubble and warp. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure and current mileages were under 20,000.
While on the interstate in arizona, the left rear leaf spring "snapped" in half. The spring broke about 2 inches from the bolt eye. The trailer has less than 10,000 miles. Leaf springs do not break. It can cause the camper to flip. Spring was replaced at my cost. Pictures and info were sent to keystone. No response. The break in the spring appears to be because defective material. One would think the other springs would be defective also as well as all keystone campers made in this time frame. *Tr
On or about 3/21/08 my wife heard a beeping sound while we were outside. Upon further investigation we discovered that our keystone outback rv was on fire. We extinguished the fire with water. Some days later my brother came over to help me repair it. We are both firefighters, so of course we investigated the cause. We discovered a pinched a.C. Wire between the chassis and floor. I have taken pix but have not contacted the dealer because it is out of warranty and cannot be towed by me due to the 12 wires being melted therefore no brake lights. I emailed the manufacturer twice, but have had no response. *Tr
Tire failure. Nanco brand tires installed from the manufacturer,keystone), on a new travel trailer. *Ak
Keystone Outback: every year compared
All Outback years2005 Keystone Outback vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Keystone Outback | 5 | 2 | D | |
| 2005 Keystone Cougar | 7 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Keystone Montana | 6 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Keystone Raptor | 5 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Keystone Montana-Mountaineer | 4 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Keystone Springdale | 4 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Keystone Everest | 4 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Keystone Laredo | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Keystone Outback-Sydney | 2 | 3 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2005 Keystone Outback
Does the 2005 Keystone Outback have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Keystone Outback: equipment (November 2017); recreational vehicle / trailer (July 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Keystone Outback?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (2), equipment & accessories (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2005 Keystone Outback had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 15, 2007 and the latest on November 30, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2005 Keystone Outback a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 38 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Keystone Outback year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Keystone Outback years have the most complaints?
2007 (8), 2005 (5), 2011 (4). See every Keystone Outback year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Keystone Outback has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data