The 2009 Keystone Challenger has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (1 report).
2009 Keystone Challenger 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.
Transfer Switch Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
Certain travel trailers and fifth wheels from model years 2008-2009 are equipped with an IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch, which is used on vehicles wired to be powered by a generator.
Most common 2009 Keystone Challenger problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
CAR LOST POWER WHEN CHANGE FROM THE RIGHT TO LEFT LANE. THERE WERE NO WARNING , THE CAR JUST LOST POWER . THIS HAPPEN WHEN THE LIGHT WAS TURNING RED. IT TOOK ME 2 ATTEMPTS TO GET THE CAR TO STARTED.
I HAVE A 2009 KEYSTONE CHALLENGER 5TH WHEEL THAT CAME WITH GOODYEAR MARATHON ST235/80/16 TIRES. TRAVELING ALONG THE OKLAHOMA TURNPIKE THE RIGHT FRONT TIRES EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE TIRE PRESSURE HAD BEEN CHECKED THAT MORNING AND THE TIRES HAD BEEN VISUALLY INSPECTED WITHIN 30 MINUTES OF THE FAILURE. GOODYEAR STATES THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THEIR TIRES AND REFUSED REPLACEMENT. HOWEVER, YOU HAVE 79 SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ON THESE TIRES LISTED ON YOUR WEBPAGE. THIS CAUSED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE FIFTH WHEEL AND CAUSED ME TO SWERVE INTO THE OTHER LANE, LUCKILY THE VEHICLE NEXT TO ME WAS ABLE TO MOVE OVER AND AVOID ME. THIS WAS A VERY CLOSE CALL. WHILE CHANGING TIRE ON SIDE OF ROAD WE W
2009 Keystone Challenger questions
Does the 2009 Keystone Challenger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2009 Keystone Challenger: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or spray in a fire; Transfer Switch Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Electrical System; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Keystone Challenger?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Keystone Challenger 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.