2014 Keystone Montana Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Montana years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 26 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Keystone Montana. That ranks 2nd out of 26 Montana model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment adaptive/mobility (3 complaints, 27%), typically at around 3,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 11owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 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 Adaptive/mobility | 3 | 27% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 27% | 2,575 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 18% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 18% | 7,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 18% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 9% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 9% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 9% | 7,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Keystone Montana recalls (4)
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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:recreational vehicle/trailer
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/trailer
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.
Equipment
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.
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.
Keystone rv fire extinguishers recall 17v-755, safety advisory 17-307. First alert fire extinguishers (br-260857) and (23605763). Is there a problem with this extinguishers????
I have a 2014 montana fifth wheel trailer not yet three years old. I had a massive blow out on the front drivers side tire on 11/08/2016 on the interstate going 58mph. After going to the nearest les schwab dealer in napa idaho only to be told that all four tires were separating and needed to be…
My '14 montana had a defective dometic 9100 awning. Recall #13e-019 dated 4-19-2013. The recall was done by keystone. Now the motor has failed again and the awning will not roll up, making the use or movement of the rv impossible. A rv service person said the motor was bad, i called dometic and…
The latch to the rear emergency window broke. (i discovered this while opening the adjacent window for ventilation). This allows the window to flap open and closed (on its hinge) as you travel down the road. The window is for emergency exit so the latch has not been used and appears to have broken…
My rv has a set of folding steps for entry. There are 4 steps. The top left rivet is all but pulled out. They are unsafe for use, have a lot of flex when used and require the placement of concrete blocks under them to be used safely. Keystone has a recall on quad steps. #15-224. My date of…
Other Keystone Montana years
← 2013 Montana · 2015 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 | 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 Montana | 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 2014 Keystone Montana?
Owners most often report equipment adaptive/mobility, structure, electrical system problems. The top one, equipment adaptive/mobility, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Keystone Montana?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 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 2014 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.