Keystone Challenger recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 4, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Keystone RV Company recalls 2008–2009 Keystone — 6 models

Recall number

15V561000

Brand / firm

Keystone

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,585 units

Why it was recalled

As the transfer switch fails, it may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.