Model year record

2005 Keystone Raptor recalls & problems

The 2005 Keystone Raptor has 2 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is tires (3 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls

Complaints5filed by owners

Crashes · fires1 · 0reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

EquipmentNov 22, 2017

Equipment

Recall 17V7550001,205,997 vehicles

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
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.

EquipmentJun 6, 2006

Recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 06V1920009,486 vehicles

Problem: ON CERTAIN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 9 VOLT BATTERY OPERATED CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) DETECTOR, IF THE BATTERY IN THE DETECTOR GOES DEAD OR IS REMOVED, THE DETECTOR WILL NOT FUNCTION AND THEREFORE CAN NOT WARN THE OCCUPANTS IF CO REACHES A HARMFUL LEVEL.
Risk: IF CO REACHES A HARMFUL LEVEL, SERIOUS ILLNESS OR DEATH COULD RESULT TO THE OCCUPANTS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HARD WIRED 12 VOLT CO DETECTORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KEYSTONE AT 866-425-4369.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Typical mileage*
Tires	3	0	—
Power trainAxle assembly	1	1	—
SuspensionFront › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Hanger,bracket	1	1	—
StructureFrame and members	1	0	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

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 MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
Jun 15, 2004
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 THIS HAPPENED IN JULY. THEY REFUSED TO ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR HIGH FAILURE RATE OF RV TRAILER TIRES. *JB
Jul 10, 2007
Tires
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 APPLICABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,500.
Jul 9, 2007 · 2,500 miles
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 I WAS CARRYING TWO FULL SIZE QUADS (THUS, THE WEIGHT WAS NOT AN ISSUE). THESE TIRES ARE JUNK AND SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED ON LARGER RIGS. LARGE RIGS SHOULD BE MANDATED TO HAVE 16" STEEL BELTED, COMMERCIAL TIRES. THESE TIRE BLOWOUTS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES OR EVEN DEATH. *JB
Aug 25, 2006
Power train › Axle assemblyCrash
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 REAR END OF THE UNIT WAS OVER THE TRAFFIC LINE, AT TIMES AS MUCH AS 8-12 INCHES, AND SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE ROOF AND WAS AN EXCESSIVE STRAIN AND DAMAGE TO THE TOW VEHICLE, THAT IT REQUIRED EXTENSIVE REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENTS, AS THEY FRAUDULENTLY LED ME TO BELIEVE, I COULD TOW THE VEHICLE SAFELY, WITH THE VEHICLE I OWNED, WITHOUT ANY MODIFICATIONS OR…
May 4, 2005

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.