During normal use traveling on interstates and US Highways my 5th Wheel has developed structural issues which can be attributed to manufacturing defects. The frame produced by Lippert has already come under scrutiny for substandard welds and is known across the industry by consumers but will not be properly addressed by the manufacturer. I contacted Keystone and Lippert and was told they wouldn’t do anything about the structure. Now I have a potentially unsafe RV I’ll have to take on the highways. Lippert needs to be held accountable for their blatant safety violations.
The worst 2017 Keystone Montana problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body3
- Brakes1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
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- Body3
- Brakes1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Recalls 1
Equipment
- What is wrong
- 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: 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:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- 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 number 17V755000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Keystone Montana 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2017 Keystone Montana owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Sloppy assembly at the plant. the brace was installed TOO far from the grey holding tank and at an angle. The weight of the tank bent the frame member allowing the tank to fall out of its location. I called the factory they were ZERO help. if this tank full falls out of the coach while its going down the road someone could be killed. 39 gallons at 8.34 lbs per gallon equals 325 lbs that could hit another vehicle.
The contact owns a 2017 Keystone Montana equipped with a High Pointe EC942KIW RV Over-the-Range Convection Microwave - 1.5 C/F. The contact stated that upon the start of the microwave, a spark emitted from the microwave. The contact immediately stopped that microwave and unplugged the microwave from the electrical unit. The contact also stated that she noticed a black, burn spot on the back of the microwave where the electrical wire connects. The contact called the microwave manufacturer and they offered no assistance. The microwave had yet to be inspected or replaced. The VIN was not available.
When putting kitchen slide out on 2017 montana hc loud snapping noise. Bolts sheared off. If this had happened when driving slide would of came out. Contacted keystone, they stated it was our responcibility to check all bolts on unit. How can you check for bolts shearing off. Vehicle was stationary at time. Unit used 5 times only.
Cpsc: the side skirt panel became torn and was ready to dislodge while driving down the interstate. Dt
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 keystone montana equipped with trailer king tires, tire line: xt radial n/a, tire size: st235/80/r16 and dot number: add85hfst with a max load rating of 3,080 lbs at 80psi. The contact stated that the gross rating on the tires did not meet specifications per the manufacturer manual. The contact stated that each tire was overloaded by 230 lbs based on the manufacturer formula. The contact stated that while inspecting the tires discovered that the tire ratings were incorrect. The contact stated that the manufacturer was made aware of the issue but did not offer any further assistance. Vin was not available. The trailer and tire failure mileages were not available.*dt
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 keystone montana. The contact stated that the side curtains installed had sharp, protruding steel pieces coming out of them. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30.
The brake wiring was installed from the factory in such a manner that resulted in damaged insulation, disconnected wires and damaged parts. This created intermittent shorting, resulting in loss of all braking on the trailer.
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Questions about the 2017 Keystone Montana
Is the 2017 Keystone Montana reliable?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2017 Keystone Montana, close to a typical Montana model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Keystone Montana?
Body and structure, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2017 Keystone Montana have?
1 recall, covering equipment.
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