CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Keystone Outback has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (2 reports).
2004 Keystone Outback 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.
Most common 2004 Keystone Outback problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
WE WERE PULLING OUR 29 FT. TRAVEL TRAILER NORTH ON HWY 75 NEAR JASPER, FL., WHEN SUDDENLY IT STARTED TO FISHTAIL. WE TRIED TO CONTROL THE SWAYING, BUT IT INCREASED UNTIL THE CAMPER WAS MOVING OUR CAR AND CARRIED US OFF THE ROAD. THE CAMPER COMPLETELY COLLAPSED EVEN THOUGH WE DID NOT ROLL. WE WERE TRAVELING ON A STRAIGHT ROAD AND DID NOT MAKE ANY LANE CHANGES OR SUDDEN MOVES TO START THE SWAYING. IT JUST STARTED AND INCREASED. WE BELIEVE THE AXLE BROKE OR SWAY BAR. THE DESIGN OF THIS CAMPER ADDED TO THE INCREASED SWAY AND PROBABLY LED TO THE COLLAPSING. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 KEYSTONE OUTBACK RV. THE TIRE BRAND IS DURO, HWA-FONG RUBBER INDUSTRIAL COMPANY LTD IS THE MANUFACTURER. THE TIRE SIZE WAS T115/70D15. 25RSS IS THE MODEL NUMBER. THE RV DOESN'T HAVE A MOTOR. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE TREAD IS SEPARATING ON ALL 4 OF HIS TIRES, THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER AND THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER TIRES. THE ESTIMATED COST TO REPLACE THEM IS $300 PER TIRE. THESE ARE THE ORIGINAL TIRES WHEN THE RV WAS PURCHASED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE OWNER TO SPEAK WITH THE TIRE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED HIM TO EMAIL PHOTOS OF THE TIRES AND THEY WOULD COMPENSATE HIM FOR HALF OF THE COST. THE CONTACT WANTS THE MANUFACTURER TO REIMBURSE
I PURCHASED AN OUTBACK TRAILER FROM KEYSTONE RV IN 2004 AND IT CURRENTLY HAS 3000 MILES ON IT. I RECENTLY NOTICED THAT THE TIRES ON THE DRIVER SIDE HAVE STARTED TO CRACK, AND DURING THE TIRE REPLACEMENT THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE HUBS ARE LOOSE ON BOTH AXLES ON THE DRIVER SIDE. I THEN TOOK THE TRAILER TO GENERAL RV IN MOUNT CLEMENS, MICHIGAN FOR REPAIR AND THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE HUBS ARE BOTH LOOSE DUE TO A LACK OF COTTER PINS THAT HOLD THE CASTLE NUT ON TO THE TRAILER ON BOTH HUBS. THE HUBS HAVE NEVER BEEN SERVICED BY REMOVAL ONLY BY ADDING GREASE THROUGH THE ZERK FITTINGS. THE DEALERS MECHANIC COULD NOT FIND ANY INDICATION OF THE COTTER PINS INSIDE THE HUBS. SO, ONE CAN ONLY ASSU
2004 Keystone Outback questions
Does the 2004 Keystone Outback have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 Keystone Outback: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or spray in a fire; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Keystone Outback?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Wheels (1), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Keystone Outback 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.