2016 Keystone Alpine Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Alpine years
- Not enough data 5th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Keystone Alpine. That ranks 5th out of 17 Alpine model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 12,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Keystone Alpine problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 50% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 25% | 1,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Keystone Alpine recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: 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: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V755-5127.pdf. 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: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Alpine fifth-wheel recreational trailers manufactured August 10, 2015, to December 1, 2016, and Avalanche fifth-wheel recreational trailers manufactured September 11, 2015, to December 1, 2016. The Federal Placard on the affected vehicles may have incorrect spare tire load range information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the operator inflates the spare tire using the information on the Federal Certification label information, the tire may be overinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure.
Fix: Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-275.
Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Keystone Avalanche recreational vehicles, model 355RK, manufactured from May 6, 2013, through April 24, 2014; model year 2015-2016 Keystone Alpine, models 3100RL, 3101RL, 3555RL, 3556RL, 3590RS, 3591RS, 3600RS, 3601RS, and 3730RS, manufactured from October 8, 2014, through July 28, 2015; and model year 2016 Keystone Laredo, models 325RL, 350FB, and 355RL, manufactured from July 13, 2015, through July 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a rear window that has a sticker labeling it as an emergency exit sticker. However, this window may be partially blocked by the rear ladder and was not intended to be a secondary emergency exit.
Risk: In the event of an emergency, occupants could try to escape through the rear window, but would not be able to. This delay in their escape may increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will remove the emergency exit sticker, free of charge. The recall began on August 17, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-233.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Shortly after picking up our new rv , we noticed the two center slideouts would creep out while towing rv on highway. We have notified keystone of this prob and have had the rv in the shop 2 times and was told it was a hydraulic leak , and still to this day it is still the same problem, slideout…
Slides open while moving trailer- passive. Emergency window in bedroom flew off trailer on highway- faulty latch as never opened and latch was in closed position
Bolt failed on the axle hanger while traveling down the road .
The tight rear shackle bolts failed on the lippert auto alignment suspension, causing the trailer wheels to become misaligned forcing the trailer to force the suspension to track to the left. The shackle bolts failed to the nuts became loose causing the shackle plates to fall off the trailer. The…
Other Keystone Alpine years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Alpine | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 Alpine | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 Alpine | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Alpine | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 Alpine | 10 | 4 |
| 2021 Alpine | 6 | 1 |
| 2020 Alpine | 5 | 1 |
| 2019 Alpine | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Alpine | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 Alpine | 1 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 | 3 |
| 2015 Alpine | 3 | 3 |
| 2014 Alpine | 1 | 3 |
| 2013 Alpine | 7 | 2 |
| 2012 Alpine | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 Alpine | 2 | 4 |
| 2010 Alpine | 1 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Keystone Alpine?
Owners most often report suspension, equipment, structure problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Keystone Alpine?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Keystone Alpine a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Alpine model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.