Keystone Outback recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 13, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Keystone RV Company recalls 2016–2017 Keystone Outback

Recall number

17V439000

Brand / firm

Keystone

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 910 units

Why it was recalled

Under certain conditions while traveling, the drawbar may bend, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Keystone Outback travel trailers, models 220URB, 240URS, 250URS, 255UBH, and 293UBH. The affected vehicles were built with an incorrect drawbar installed to tow the travel trailer.

What to do

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will bolt on a reinforcement channel over the existing drawbar attachment of the frame, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-290.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.