CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Keystone Carbon has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (3 reports).
2016 Keystone Carbon recalls
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or spray in a fire
Some Kidde plastic-handle and push-button fire extinguishers installed in these recreational trailers may become clogged, so they may not discharge as expected, or may require excessive force to activate.
Ladder Hinges Can Separate, Causing Fall Risk
Certain 2015-2016 Keystone and Dutchmen toy hauler fifth wheels are equipped with aluminum black ladders that have retractable hinges.
Most common 2016 Keystone Carbon problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
What owners report
BRACE, ARTICULATING STEPS - FRACTURE. THE ARTICULATING STEPS TO THE MAIN CABIN ARE UNSUPPORTED DUE TO A FRACTURE IN THE REARMOST WELD OF THE BRACE IN WHICH THE STEP ASSEMBLY RESTS ON IN THE FULLY ARTICULATED/OPEN STATE. ENTRY AND EGRESS BY AN OCCUPANT IS CHARACTERIZED BY A SUDDEN DROP DURING ENTRY/EXIT. LOADING THE BRACE CAUSES THE BRACE TO DISENGAGE FROM ITS MATING SURFACE DUE TO THE BROKEN WELD; THE STEP ASSEMBLY DROPS ON 1 SIDE CAUSING THE OCCUPANT TO BECOME UNSTABLE AND LOSE BALANCE. CONDITION IS WITNESSED ON A 5TH WHEEL TOY HAULER; STEPS ARE USED WHEN STATIONARY.
CARBON 387: REAR ELECTRIC BED WITH INTEGRATED COUCH WAS REPLACED DUE TO DEFECTS IN OUTER SEATING MATERIAL. SAFETY RELEASE LATCHES (1 EACH SIDE OF BACK REST) THAT WERE PRESENT IN THE ORIGINAL DESIGN TO PREVENT UNINTENDED PINCH AND/OR INJURY FROM COUCH SEAT BACK ARTICULATION ARE COMMUNICATED BY DEALER TO BE DISCONTINUED BY THE MANUFACTURER. ARTICULATING SEAT BACK MOVES FROM A HORIZONTAL TO A VERTICAL POSITION ON LINKAGE BARS THAT ACT IN A "SCISSOR-LIKE" MOTION. WITHOUT DUAL RELEASE LATCHES (AS ARE INSTALLED ON REMAINING 7 SEAT BACKS) THE RISK OF INJURY TO FINGERS, UNINTENDED PINCH, IS GREATLY INCREASED.
CARBON 387: REAR ELECTRIC BED WITH INTEGRATED COUCH HAS MANUALLY ARTICULATING AND LOCKING SUPPORT LEGS ATTACHED. SUPPORT LEG LOCKS LOOSEN AND DO NOT STAY ENGAGED AFTER USE. UNEXPECTED FAILURE TO STAY IN THE STOWED POSITION CREATES A HIGH RISK FOR INJURY DURING LOADING AND UNLOADING OF THE GARAGE AREA.
CARBON 387: ARTICULATING ROOF ACCESS LADDER FASTENERS (MULTIPLE) LOOSEN AND BACK OUT OF THE SIDE WALL DURING ROAD MOTION/ USE. LADDER BRACKETS BEGIN TO SEPARATE FROM SIDE WALL CREATING AN UNSAFE CLIMBING CONDITION.
ALUMINUM FRAMEWORK CONSTRUCTING THE MAIN LIVING AREA SLIDE-OUT PROTRUDES INTO THE TIRE AREA AND CONTACTS THE REAR TIRE DURING JOUNCE CONDITIONS. [PICTURE SHOWN IS FRAMEWORK PULLED AWAY FROM BODY SIDE - AS SHOWN BY MOLDING MISMATCH]
2016 Keystone Carbon questions
Does the 2016 Keystone Carbon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Keystone Carbon: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or spray in a fire; Ladder Hinges Can Separate, Causing Fall Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Keystone Carbon?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (3), Seats (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Keystone Carbon has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.