2001 Keystone Springdale Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 4, 2009 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Springdale years
Not enough data 2nd of 28 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Keystone Springdale. That ranks 2nd out of 28 Springdale model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment (4 complaints, 80%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2001 Keystone Springdale problems

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

Equipment4
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Equipment480%———
Structure120%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 2 complaints
2002: 1200212007: 1200712008: 2200822009: 120091

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Keystone Springdale recalls (2)

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

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerMar 22, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V134000 · 122,162 vehicles

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.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerNov 12, 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V463000 · 3,641 vehicles

Problem: On certain travel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, these ovens were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

Risk: An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

Fix: Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact samsung at 800-932-3837 or keystone 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.

A few days ago i got a call from the rv park where my unit is parked, and was told my unit has burnt to the ground. After doing some research i found the web site showing various recalls relating to dometic refrigerators. I could not locate the tags showing the model and serial number to see if…

Equipment · received Nov 4, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10290962

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 keystone springdale (tag along). The contact received a recall notice regarding the equipment in approximately february of 2008 while the vehicle was in storage. The vehicle was taken out of storage on march 3, 2008. The contact noticed that the coolant unit ruptured and…

Equipment · received Apr 25, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10225680

Dometic refrigerator year 2001 springdale rv mod # rm 2652 serial # 14200177," failed to keep food cool while we were staying in it." there was a very foul odor. Afraid to use this thing again ." we were never notified by dealer where we purchased rv (dandy rv birmingham al of a recall or danger to…

Equipment · received Mar 6, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10220291

Dometic refrigerator failure: *jb

Equipment · received Jan 12, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10178496

In fifth wheel slot there was some cracking due to stress, contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

Structure · received Jul 10, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8013639

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Keystone Springdale?

Owners most often report equipment, structure problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Keystone Springdale?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2001 Keystone Springdale a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Springdale model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.