2013 Keystone Montana Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 29, 2017 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Montana years
Not enough data 6th of 26 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Keystone Montana. That ranks 6th out of 26 Montana model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is tires (5 complaints, 56%), typically at around 6,000 miles. There are 6 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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

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Most common 2013 Keystone Montana problems

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

Tires5 · ~6,000 mi
Structure3 · ~2,000 mi
Electrical System1
Equipment1
Wheels1 · ~2,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Tires556%6,000——
Structure333%2,000——
Electrical System111%———
Equipment111%———
Wheels111%2,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 5 complaints
2013: 3201332014: 1201412015: 520155

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Keystone Montana recalls (6)

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EquipmentNov 22, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V755000 · 1,205,997 vehicles

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.

EquipmentJun 29, 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V409000 · 537 vehicles

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013 Montana trailers, models 3100RL, 3150RL13, 3400RL, 3402RL, 3582RL, 3625RE, 3725RL, 3750FL, and 3900FB, manufactured November 12, 2012, to January 30, 2013, and 2014 Mountaineer trailers, models 331RLT, 356TBF and 375FLF, manufactured August 21, 2013, to September 18, 2013. In all models except the Mountaineer 375FLF, the rear windows are labeled with an exit sticker, but the rear window is not intended to be a secondary emergency exit. With the Mountaineer 375FLF, the rear window is intended as the secondary emergency exit, but it may be blocked by the rear ladder.

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 from the windows that were not intended to be emergency exits. Mountaineer 375FLF vehicles will have the window replaced, so that egress section of the window is on the opposite side of where the ladder is installed. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-232.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerFeb 23, 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V102000 · 5,390 vehicles

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Montana vehicles manufactured November 1, 2012, to May 22, 2014, 2014-2015 Raptor vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014, to January 15, 2015, and 2015 Dutchmen Voltage vehicles manufactured May 6, 2014, to February 3, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a rivet for the quad entry steps may shear and fail, causing the steps to give when being used.

Risk: If the rivet shears causing the quad step to fail, the step user may fall, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace two rivets joining the second and third step, and replace four rivets on the top step with fasteners, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-224.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerMar 21, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V136000 · 1,957 vehicles

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Montana, 2014 Alpine, Big Sky, and Fuzion, and 2014 Dutchmen Infinity and Voltage fifth wheel trailers equipped with Frigidaire KG series microwaves, models CFMV152CLB and CFMV154CLS, manufactured January 27, 2013, through April 10, 2013, in the serial number range KG30607951 through KG31600670. In the affected vehicles, the microwave may start on its own and begin heating when unattended.

Risk: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will repair the membrane/keypad component, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2014. Owners may contact Keystone Customer Service by calling 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 14-204.

EquipmentApr 23, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V155000 · 6,561 vehicles

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 recreational trailers equipped with Dometic 9100 Power Awnings or Weather Pro awnings, awning serial numbers 306xxxx through 314xxxx, manufactured between February 13, 2013, through April 9, 2013. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowningly become damaged. A damaged motor may lead to an unfurling of the awning.

Risk: If the awning unfurls unexpectedly either in transit or while parked, it may increase thre risk of personal injury or a crash.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners and dealers will replace the awning motor, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Keystone at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's campaign recall number is 13-193.

Equipment:electrical; electrical systemFeb 28, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V065000 · 438 vehicles

Problem: Keystone is recalling certain model year 2013 Montana Fifth Wheel vehicles manufactured January 16, 2013, through February 18, 2013; and 2013 Fuzion Fifth Wheel vehicles manufactured January 22, 2013, through February 18, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with Progressive Dynamics power converters with serial number prefix A13014 through A13039. The converters have a internal components that may short circuit.

Risk: A short circuit may result in a fire.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected internal components of the power converter, free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2013. Owners may contact Keystone Customer Service by calling 1-866-425-4369.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Emergency Exit Obstruction (PE15018) — opened May 1, 2015, closed Jul 21, 2015, led to recall 15V409000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Traveling i10 just outside san antonio tx pulling my 39 foot keystone montana i experienced a tire blowout (goodyear tire). The blowout did major damage to my wheel well, metal on side of 5th wheel. Cost to repair is $7,200.00. Tires have less than 2000 miles on them. I am going to remove them and…

Structure · received Oct 12, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10781468

While traveling at 55 mph pulling our 2013 montana 5th wheel with st235/80r16 goodyear marathon tire on the drivers side rear blew. Tire pressure was checked prior to trip.

Tires · received Aug 22, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10758558

Had 2 tires blow out on recent trips. The goodyear marathon st 235/80r16-e came on our 2013 keystone montana 3100rl 5th wheel when it was bought new. Tire pressures were verified prior to our trip. One tire blew (shredded) on the drivers side while on rt 95 in maryland on june 17, 2015. Caused…

Tires · received Aug 15, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10748868

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 keystone montana being hauled by a 2013 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that there was an internal electrical short associated with the wiring underneath the bed in the trailer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure…

Electrical System · received Aug 4, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10746083

Purchased 2013 montana 5th wheel travel trailer equipped with goodyear marathon 235 80/r16 tires. After first time out we traveled approximately 100 miles round trip. After returning home i inspected the rv and noticed bubbles on the first tire drivers side. I replaced both tires on that axle with…

Tires · received Jan 13, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10672038

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Keystone Montana?

Owners most often report tires, structure, electrical system problems. The top one, tires, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Keystone Montana?

Yes, 6 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2013 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 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.