2008 Keystone Sprinter Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sprinter years
- Not enough data 5th of 26 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Keystone Sprinter. That ranks 5th out of 26 Sprinter model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 137,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Keystone Sprinter 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 2 | 50% | 137,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 25% | 144,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Keystone Sprinter recalls (2)
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.
Exterior lighting
Problem: Keystone is recalling 2,990 my 2008 everest, my 2008-2009 hornet, laredo, sprinter and outback loft fifth wheel and travel trailers for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108 "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the intermediate side marker lights are missing.
Risk: Pulling a vehicle at night without the proper side marker lighting increases the risk of other motorists not being able to see the vehicle and could possibly result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install the missing side marker lights free or charge. The recall began on august 12, 2008. Owners may contact keystone at 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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The break-away switch on our camper had been disconnected while in a campground for a couple of hours & caused the switch to melt & the insulation to burn off of the wires, along with other wires going into the juntion box. There was great potential for a fire. The switch & wiring is under-sized…
Seat belt latch cables are broken. The driver's side seat belt latch is attached to the floor with three cables. Two are snapped into leaving only one to constrain driver. If the driver wrecks the one cable won't be enough to keep someone from being injured as i'm sure the other cable will snap…
Drivers side door gets stuck in the "wide open" position. Will not close. Had to drive this vehicle to a garage with door in this position. The door hinge/bracket had to be cut into. This is the second sprinter to do this. The first was a 2007.
Consumer has a 2008 keystone sprinter copper canyon fifth wheel camper with duro tires that were splitting. *nj the consumer stated 2 more tires were found cracked and split in multiple places. *jb
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Keystone Sprinter?
Owners most often report structure, electrical system, seat belts problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Keystone Sprinter?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Keystone Sprinter a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sprinter model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.