2013 Crossroads Elevation problems: recalls, complaints and what to check
NHTSA has 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Crossroads Elevation. Here is what they are, what a technician checks for each kind of fault, and how to look one over before you buy it.
Other: 1 recall, 2 complaints
Recall 17V755000 (22/11/2017): EQUIPMENT
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
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.
12 volt and 120 volt electrical: 1 recall
Recall 13V090000 (12/03/2013): EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Crossroads RV (Crossroads) is recalling certain model year 2013 Redwood, Rushmore, and Elevation trailers manufactured January 17, 2013, through February 19, 2013. The trailers are equipped with power converters that supply A/C power. These converters have internal components that may short circuit.
Fix: Crossroads will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected internal components, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Customers may contact Crossroads customer service at 1-855-226-7496 or by email at service@crossroadsrv.com.
What a tech checks: Voltage drop, grounds, the converter and the transfer switch. Melted shore-cord plugs and bad grounds cause most of the electrical complaints techs actually see. Before you buy: Battery at rest, converter output on shore power, GFCI test, every outlet.
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What owners reported to NHTSA
04/14/2015, EQUIPMENT: ALL THE 2013 AND 2014 CROSSROAD ELEVATIONS- 3812 MODELS HAVE PLUMBING (BLACK WATER/GREY WATER TANKS) WHICH ALLOW SEWER GAS TO ESCAPE INTO THE LIVING AREA. THE REAR 1/2 BATH TOILET BLACK WATER TANK HAS THE KITCHEN SINK, THE WASHER AND THE 1/2 BATH SINK RUNNING INTO IT. AS WE UNDERSTAND IT, ANYTIME THE VEHICLE MOVES, THE WATER IN TO J-TRAPS FOR THE KITCHEN SINK, WASHER AND 1/2 BATH SINK SLOUCHES OUT AND ALLOWS METHAN
03/15/2016, UNKNOWN OR OTHER: FRAME CRACKS ABOVE AXLE MOUNTS.
Looking at a 2013 Crossroads Elevation?
The Buyer's Check walks you through it on your phone: what to ask, the outside walk-around, water damage, every system on every power source, with the recalls above built in. You get a report that says what's a walk-away and what to negotiate on.
Checked against NHTSA 2026-10-23. Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer. Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA and are not verified.