Traveling on freeway at 55mph pulling 2012 keystone cougar 1/2 ton series. The tread on the right front tire on trailer peeled off causing damage to the fender and under belly lining and electric brake wires. Tire were original with little wear, power king, towmax st225/75r15 load d dot 83b4. Drove to town for a replacement. After speaking with the tire guy he checked my other three tires and found that two were about to separate and had some of the steel belt fibers exposed. I had all for tires replaced. Tire pressure was checked at 62 lbs prior to trip and had only traveled approx. 8 miles prior to incident.
The worst 2012 Keystone Springdale problems
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- Tires1
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Recalls 3
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
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Springdale recreational vehicles, model 303BH. The Federal Identification Tag on these vehicles overstate the Gross Axle Weight Rating capacity (GAWR) by 800lbs for each axle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- The incorrect GAWR makes the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label incorrect and may result in the vehicle being overloaded, affecting the vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will provide a new Federal Placard with the correct GAWR and a new CCC label, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1‑866‑425‑4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-289.
Recall number 17V339000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: lines and fittings
- What is wrong
- Keystone is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Springdale travel trailers, model 266RLSSRWE, manufactured from October 18, 2011, through December 5, 2012. The suspension may contact the copper propane line for the range.
- Risk
- If the suspension contacts the copper it may damage it resulting in a propane leak. If the propane leaks in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of fire and/or explosion will result causing property damage and/or personal injury.
- Remedy
- Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will modify the propane line to route it away from the suspension, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2013. Owners may contact Keystone Customer Service by calling 1‑866‑425‑4369.
Recall number 12V599000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 2012 Keystone Springdale
Is the 2012 Keystone Springdale reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Keystone Springdale, fewer than a typical Springdale model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Keystone Springdale?
Tires, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2012 Keystone Springdale have?
3 recalls, covering equipment.
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