The problem
Keystone rv is recalling 125 my 2008 raptor fifth wheel travel trailers. The propane hose for the slide room was installed too close to the tire. The propane line may become damaged by contact with the tire resulting in a propane gas leak.
The risk
A propane leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will reroute the propane hose away from the tire. The recall began on march 31, 2008. Owners may contact keystone rv at 1-866-425-4369.
Contacts
Keystone rv recall no. 08-102. Customers 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.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Keystone dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V132000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.