Model year record

2008 Keystone Raptor recalls & problems

The 2008 Keystone Raptor has 4 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is equipment (3 complaints).

Recalls4safety recalls

Complaints4filed by owners

Crashes · fires0 · 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.

EquipmentSep 25, 2017

Electrical

Recall 17V59700097 vehicles

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Raptor recreational vehicles, models 3110 and 3018, equipped with IOTA ITS-50R transfer switches. These transfer switches may fail when exposed to elevated electrical loads in higher ambient temperatures.
Risk: If the transfer switch fails, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-301.

Electrical systemSep 4, 2015

Electrical system

Recall 15V5610003,585 vehicles

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Big Sky, Challenger, Everest, Fuzion, Montana, and Raptor travel trailers and fifth wheels equipped with an IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch. These transfer switches, used in vehicles wired to be powered by a generator, may fail when exposed to elevated electrical loads and used in higher ambient temperatures.
Risk: As the transfer switch fails, it may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch with a different brand transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service by calling 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-234.

EquipmentMar 20, 2008

Recreational vehicle/trailer › Lpg systems › Lines and fittings

Recall 08V132000125 vehicles

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.
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.
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.

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	Typical mileage*
EquipmentAppliance › Air conditioner	3	—
SuspensionFront › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › U-bolt, leaf spring to axle	2	—
Structure	1	—
Equipment adaptive/mobility	1	—

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

Recent owner complaints

Equipment
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 KEYSTONE RAPTOR TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN ODOR OF PROPANE FUEL WAS INSIDE THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE PROPANE LINE WAS DAMAGED BY CONSTANT CONTACT WITH THE TIRE, WHICH CAUSED IT TO LEAK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V132000 (EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG LINES AND FITTINGS). THE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. ..UPDATED 04/18/13 *BF
Dec 2, 2012
Equipment
IN 2008 I PURCHASED A NEW 2008 38 FT. RAPTOR 3612 DS TOY HAULER FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILER, MANUFACTURED BY KEYSTONE RV. IN AUGUST OF 2010 I WAS TRAVELING ACROSS COUNTRY AND AT SOME POINT ALONG THE JOURNEY MY FULL 110 GALLON WATER TANK FELL OUT OF THE TRAILER AS I WAS GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. AS THIS TRAILER IS LARGE AND LONG, I DID NOT FEEL THE TANK FALL OUT, SO I HAVE NO IDEA WHEN IT HAPPENED DURING THAT DAY AND AS I HAD TRAVELED OVER 300 MILES FROM START TO FINISH I HAD NO IDEA WHERE TO START LOOKING FOR THE TANK. AS I PULLED INTO A CAMPGROUND AT THE END OF THE DAY, A CAMPER NOTICED I HAD STUFF DRAGGING UNDERNEATH THE TRAILER. WE SET UP CAMP AND THEN I CRAWLED UNDER THE TRAILER TO FIND…
Aug 10, 2010 · 8,000 miles
Suspension › Front › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › U-bolt, leaf spring to axle
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 KEYSTONE RAPTOR RV. THE CONTACT STATED THE LEAF SPRING CENTER BOLT WAS FRACTURING AND CAUSING THE AXLE TO SLIDE. WHEN THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR, THE WHEELS WOULD DRAG THE GROUND AND ONE TIRE WOULD BE ONE INCH FROM THE OTHER TIRE AND THE OTHER TIRES WOULD BE SIX TO SEVEN INCHES APART AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES WHERE THE LEAF SPRING BOLTS WERE REPLACED BUT TO NO AVAIL. THE AXLE WAS ALSO REPLACED AND FOUR TIRES. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 3,000.
Sep 20, 2008 · 5 miles
Suspension
2008 KEYSTONE RAPTOR 3600RL HAS SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH THE ROCKERS, HARDWARE, AND AXLES. *NJ THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THE ROCKERS, HARDWARE AND AXLES WERE TOO LIGHTWEIGHT TO CARRY A LOAD THAT WAS BEING PUT ONTO THEM. THE CONSUMER STATED HE NOTICED THE REAR TIRE WAS BALD AND ANOTHER TIRE WAS SEVERELY WORN. THE CONSUMER CHECKED TO MAKE SURE THERE WERE NO OTHER PROBLEMS AND THAT'S WHEN HE DISCOVERED THE ROCKER HARDWARE, BOLTS, NUT BUSHINGS AND THE REAR AXLE WERE SEVERELY WORN FROM CONSTANT POUNDING ON THE ROAD. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS INOPERATIVE. *JB
Nov 1, 2008

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