Keystone Retreat recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 30, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Keystone RV Company recalls 2016 Keystone Retreat, Residence

Recall number

15V610000

Brand / firm

Keystone

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 240 units

Why it was recalled

If the A-Frame plate detaches from the frame while the vehicle is in motion it can reduce vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2016 Retreat recreational trailers manufactured July 13, 2015, to September 24, 2015, and model year 2016 Residence recreational trailers manufactured April 2, 2015, to September 2, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with an insufficient weld on the rear mounting plate that the detachable A-frame is bolted to.

What to do

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds and repair them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-238.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.