2013 Keystone Laredo problems: recalls, complaints and what to check
NHTSA has 3 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Keystone Laredo. 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: 2 recalls
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.
Recall 13V155000 (23/04/2013): EQUIPMENT
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 recreational trailers equipped with Dometic 9100 Power Awnings or Weather Pro awnings, awning serial numbers 306xxxx through 314xxxx, manufactured between February 13, 2013, through April 9, 2013. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowningly become damaged. A damaged motor may lead to an unfurling of the awning.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners and dealers will replace the awning motor, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Keystone at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's campaign recall number is 13-193.
12 volt and 120 volt electrical: 1 recall
Recall 13V305000 (10/07/2013): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Keystone RV is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Laredo Fifth Wheel vehicles, models 270SRL, 280SBH, 290SRE and 293SBH, manufactured March 6, 2013, through June 27, 2013. The battery box has inadequate support for the battery and the box may fall out of position during travel.
Fix: Keystone RV will notify owners and will install a battery box mounting reinforcement kit, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2013. Owners may contact Keystone Customer Service by calling 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's identification code for this recall is 13-194.
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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Tires: 3 complaints
What a tech checks: Age, load range and pressure. RV tires age out before they wear out, and an underrated tire on a heavy trailer is a blowout waiting to happen. Before you buy: Read the DOT date and the load range on the sidewall.
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What owners reported to NHTSA
11/14/2016, TIRES: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KEYSTONE LAREDO EQUIPPED WITH SUTONG, TIRE LINE: SUPERCARGO, TIRE SIZE: ST 235/80R16 TIRES (N/A). THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, AN ABNORMAL VIBRATING AND RUMBLING SOUND EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD BLOWN OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED HOWEVER, THE CONTACT REPLACED THE TIRE. THE MANUF
08/01/2015, TIRES: I HAVE HAD THREE TIRES EXPLODE WHILE PULLING MY 2013 5TH WHEEL CAMPER. ONE TIRE FAILED IN MARCH OF 2015 AND I RECENTLY HAD TWO MORE FAIL JULY THE 3RD OF 2015. I HAD TO BUY NEW TIRES WHILE TRAVELING. THE TWO THAT FAILED IN JULY DID OVER $5,000.00 IN DAMAGE. I AM VERY MAINTENANCE MINDED AND THE TIRES WERE WHAT APPEARED TO BE IN GOOD CONDITION AND THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS CORRECT. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER SAYS NO TIRES NO CLA
03/18/2015, TIRES: TIRE BLOW OUT. I WAS PULLING MY CAMPER AT 60 MPH, JUST N OF THE FLA LINE ON 1-95. THE ROAD TEMPERATURE WAS MODERATE. I CHECKED TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE LEAVING SAVANNAH, 80 PSI. THE TIRE HAD APPROXIMATELY 4500 MILES ON IT, IT WAS NOT WORN AND WAS IN GOOD SHAPE. THE TIRE BURST WITH A LOUD NOISE AND IMMEDIATELY DEFLATED. I HAD TO CHANGE THE TIRE ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. WE REPLACED THE TIRE IN JAX FLA. THE TECHNICIAN E
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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.