2021 Keystone Arcadia Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 7, 2023 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Arcadia years
Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Keystone Arcadia. That is the most of any Arcadia model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes (5 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2021 Keystone Arcadia problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes5
Electrical System3
Engine1
Exterior Lighting1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes5100%———
Electrical System360%———
Engine120%———
Exterior Lighting120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2022, with 3 complaints
2022: 3202232023: 220232

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2021 Keystone Arcadia recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

StructureMay 26, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V376000 · 632 vehicles

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Arcadia travel trailers. The backer board behind the cabinet for the wardrobe may not have been installed during production.

Risk: A missing backer board may cause the wardrobe slide room to extend out of the opening, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, install steel brackets to stop the slide room when opening, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2023. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 23-444.

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.

Loss of brakes and lights due to short at junction box and axles. 50amp short causes arc and burning of foam insulation. There are multiple complaints and photos of all models in 2021 and 2022 with same issues across internet and social media.

Service Brakes · received Jul 7, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11530882

The contact owns a 2021 Keystone Arcadia. The contact stated that while driving over bumps at slower speeds, the "Trailer Brakes disconnected, and check Trailer wiring" messages were displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the brakes were not…

Service Brakes · received Feb 9, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11506463

Trailer brakes get disconnected. Did not have any trailer brakes. Been to dealer 3 times still not fixed. I get a message in truck saying trailer brakes disconnected

Service Brakes · received Aug 15, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11479381

The trailer break wiring on the left front trailer tire came out of a connector while on a mountain downgrade southbound I-24 outside of Chattanooga. This happened 2-3 weeks prior while on a mountain downgrade outside of St. Mary, MT to the left rear trailer tire. Multiple Keystone Arcadia owners…

Service Brakes · received Jun 25, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11470954

The contact owns a 2021 Keystone Arcadia Fifth Wheel 3660RL. The contact stated that while the fifth wheel was being towed, the brakes became inoperable. The check wiring and trailer connected check message was displayed. The contact stated there was abnormal whining and tapping noise detected. The…

Engine · received May 20, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11465450

Other Keystone Arcadia years

2022 Arcadia →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2025 Arcadia01
2023 Arcadia01
2022 Arcadia14
202151

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Keystone Arcadia?

Owners most often report service brakes, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Keystone Arcadia?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2021 Keystone Arcadia a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Arcadia model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.