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- STRUCTURE; TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
- Problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018 Passport recreational trailers, models 153ML, 171EXP, 175BH, 195RB, 199ML, 217EXP and 239ML. The spare tire carrier may not have been mounted properly to the back wall of the trailer, and, as a result, the spare tire and carrier may detach from the trailer.
- Risk
- If the spare tire and carrier detaches from the trailer while it is being towed, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tire carrier mounting and install reinforcing backers if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-311.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2018 Keystone Passport recreational trailers, the spare tire carrier may not have been mounted properly to the back wall of the trailer. As a result, the spare tire and carrier can detach from the trailer.
If the spare tire and carrier come loose while the trailer is being towed, the detached parts can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and not ignore it.
Keystone will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will inspect the spare tire carrier mounting and, if necessary, install reinforcing backers at no charge. You can contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 (Keystone recall number 18-311). Check your trailer's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your unit is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Keystone Passport | 2018 |
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