2006 Keystone Outback problems: recalls, complaints and what to check
NHTSA has 2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file for the 2006 Keystone Outback. 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, 1 complaint
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 08V325000 (17/07/2008): EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
KEYSTONE IS RECALLING 161,250 MY 2004-2007 FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION. THE REFRIGERATOR MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.
Fix: KEYSTONE IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST THE OWNER IN LOCATING DEALERSHIPS OR SERVICE CENTERS AND WILL PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH SCHEDULING OF APPOINTMENTS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOMETIC/STERICYCLE AT 1-888-446-5157 OR KEYSTONE AT 1-866-425-4369.
12 volt and 120 volt electrical: 1 complaint
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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Structure, roof and leaks: 1 complaint
What a tech checks: Roof sealant, seams, window and slide seals, and the frame. Water intrusion shows up as delamination, soft floors and stained ceilings months after the leak started. Before you buy: Press the sidewalls and walk the floor; look at every seam and seal.
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What owners reported to NHTSA
10/24/2008, EQUIPMENT: KEYSTONE RV COMPANY DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR RECALL. CONSUMER STATES THAT THEY NEVER RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE AND THE COMPANY WILL NOT DO ANYTHING TO HELP. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN SHE ENTERED THE RV, THERE WAS A STRONG SMELL OF AMMONIA. THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE RV WASN'T COOLING PROPERLY. THE REPAIRMAN INFORMED THE CONSUMER THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE BOILER TUBE IN THE REAR OF THE REFRIGERATOR. HE ALSO STATED I
09/30/2008, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: NORMAL USE 4 TO 8 TIMES A YEAR. 6 OCCUPANTS AT TIME OF INCIDENT, 2 ADULTS, 4 CHILDREN. GREAT POTENTIAL FOR STARTING FOREST FIRE. SLIDEOUT WAS UNOCCUPIED AND HADN'T BEEN MOVED FOR 3 DAYS. WIRES ON SLIDEOUT SPONTANEOUSLY SHORT OUT AND BURN. TWO KNOWN INSTANCES IN LESS THAN TWO MONTHS, MINE AND ANOTHER OUTBACK OWNER, DIFFERENT MODELS AND YEARS (2006 28RSDS AND 2007 29BHS). EFFECTED WIRING NEEDS TO BE REWORKED WITH PROTE
09/22/2008, STRUCTURE: 5TH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILER, REFRIG. HAD TO BE REPLACED (FIRE HAZARD) HAD TO TAKE COMPANY TO SMALL CLAIMS CT. HOT WATER HAD TO BE REPLACED, WINDOWS LEAK, SHOWER LEAKS, TOILET LEAKS, GRAY WATER AND BLACK WATER TANKS LEAK AND ARE CRACKED, NO SUPPORT OF THESE TANKS, ONLY THING HOLDING THEM ARE THE PIPES GOING TO THEM. WIRES AND PLUMBING PIPES JUST LAYING ON TOP OF TANKS. CANNOT PUT ON THE ROAD AS TANKS WILL FALL OFF. THIS
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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.