2011 Keystone Avalanche: recalls and complaints

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• 17V75500022 Nov 2017Equipment
• 11V5770008 Dec 2011Electrical System
• 11V06400026 Jan 2011Equipment
• 10V59400023 Nov 2010Electrical System
• 10V4780005 Oct 2010Equipment
• 10V41300016 Sep 2010Power Train / Axle Assembly

1. 17V755000Received 22 Nov 2017. 1,205,997 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by Keystone RV Company. Manufacturer campaign number 17-307. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Jan 2018.

2. 11V577000Received 8 Dec 2011. 6,101 units.

   Electrical System

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Keystone has revised their remedy process and is again recalling certain 2009-2011 vehicles with the “generator ready” option, or with standard generator. See the list above for the affected models. Some iota its-50r transfer switches are experiencing failures when exposed to high electrical loads. The failure is causing connections and wiring in the transfer switch to degrade and over heat.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Continued use of the vehicle without replacing the transfer switch may damage other appliances, increase the risk of a fire, personal injury, and property damage.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Keystone 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.

   Report filed by KEYSTONE RV COMPANY. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Feb 2012.

3. 11V064000Received 26 Jan 2011. 318 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Keystone is recalling certain model year 2011 avalanche, laredo, and springdale recreational vehicles equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. A potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. Such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will isolate and perform a drop pressure test on the oven supply tube and if the tube leaks it will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall has started. Owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. This safety recall campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 10v-478).

   Report filed by KEYSTONE RV COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number 10-148. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Jan 2011.

4. 10V594000Received 23 Nov 2010. 6,297 units.

   Electrical System

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Keystone 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, in the NHTSA record

   Overheating of the connections could result in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and replace the transfer switch if necessary free of charge. The safety was superceded by campaign 11v-577. Owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.

   Report filed by KEYSTONE RV COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number 10-153. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Dec 2010.

5. 10V478000Received 5 Oct 2010. 5,459 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Keystone is recalling certain model year 2011 recreational vehicles equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. A potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. Such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will isolate and perform a drop pressure test on the oven supply tube and if the tube leaks it will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2010. Owner may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.

   Report filed by KEYSTONE RV COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number 10-148. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Oct 2010.

6. 10V413000Received 16 Sep 2010. 322 units.

   Power Train / Axle Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Keystone is recalling certain 2011 alpine, avalanche, fuzion, laredo, montana, and mountaineer fifth wheel trailers manufactured from august 19, 2010 through september 1, 2010, equipped with dexter axles. On some axles, cracks could appear in the spindle weld.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   These cracks can propagate and cause the spindle to detach from the axle tube, resulting in the separation of the wheel end from the vehicle, creating a road hazard that increases the risk of a crash to other vehicles, and compromises the driver's control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Keystone will notify owners and dealers will inspect the axle serial number and replace it if it falls within the serial number range. Replacement of the axle will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 24, 2010. Owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.

   Report filed by KEYSTONE RV COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number 10-147. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Sep 2010.

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14. 20231

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2011 Keystone Avalanche?

1,224,494 units in 6 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Keystone Avalanche have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 17 recall campaigns for the Keystone Avalanche, model years 2010 to 2023. 6 of them name the 2011 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2011 Keystone Avalanche open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.