2003 Keystone Montana Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Montana years
- Not enough data 18th of 26 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Keystone Montana. That ranks 18th out of 26 Montana model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 2,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Keystone Montana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 2 | 67% | 2,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Keystone Montana 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
Problem: Keystone is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.
Risk: An overheated receiver could cause a fire.
Fix: Keystone is working with dimplex and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1-888-346-7539.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
Problem: Certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in certain tubing in the refrigerator which could allow pressurized flammable coolant solution to be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Risk: This could result in a fire.
Fix: Keystone rv will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burner housing and thermal fuses free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or keystone rv at 574-535-2100.
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.
Consumer states damaged/recalled refrigerator in 2003 keystone montana rv *tgw the consumer stated the refrigerator was working fine with no issues prior to the recall. The consumer received the recall notice, followed the instructions verbatim and had the unit serviced. The consumer was advised to…
2003 keystone montana fifth wheel camper. Consumer states that he has had excessive tire wear and axles were not able to be aligned and needed to be replaced *tgw the consumer took the rv to an alignment shop and was told the axles were bad and the rv could not be aligned and therefore, the axles…
2003 montana 5th wheel burnt due to a dometic refrigerator. Consumer states that the fire department stated that the fire started in or around the refrigerator. *kb
Other Keystone Montana years
← 2002 Montana · 2004 Montana →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Montana | 1 | 3 |
| 2023 Montana | 6 | 1 |
| 2022 Montana | 7 | 3 |
| 2021 Montana | 4 | 2 |
| 2020 Montana | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 Montana | 2 | 4 |
| 2018 Montana | 5 | 3 |
| 2017 Montana | 8 | 1 |
| 2016 Montana | 9 | 1 |
| 2015 Montana | 2 | 3 |
| 2014 Montana | 11 | 4 |
| 2013 Montana | 9 | 6 |
| 2012 Montana | 11 | 1 |
| 2011 Montana | 3 | 8 |
| 2010 Montana | 12 | 5 |
| 2009 Montana | 9 | 5 |
| 2008 Montana | 4 | 4 |
| 2007 Montana | 10 | 6 |
| 2006 Montana | 10 | 2 |
| 2005 Montana | 6 | 3 |
| 2004 Montana | 7 | 5 |
| 2003 | 3 | 3 |
| 2002 Montana | 7 | 2 |
| 2001 Montana | 1 | 2 |
| 2000 Montana | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 Montana | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Keystone Montana?
Owners most often report equipment, power train problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Keystone Montana?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Keystone Montana a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Montana model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.