KEYSTONE PASSPORT (2018) recall — Structure
Keystone is recalling 2018 Passport trailers with spare tire carriers that may detach while towing, increasing crash risk. Owners should contact customer service for free inspections.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the spare tire and carrier detaches from the trailer while it is being towed, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Keystone is recalling certain 2018 Passport recreational trailers because the spare tire carrier might detach while towing, potentially causing a crash. This affects owners who have the specific model years and numbers listed in the recall notice. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225124-keystone-2018-passport-trailers-spare-tire-carrier-detachment-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225124-keystone-2018-passport-trailers-spare-tire-carrier-detachment-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V187000
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“Keystone 2018 Passport Trailers: Spare Tire Carrier Detachment Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225124-keystone-2018-passport-trailers-spare-tire-carrier-detachment-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V187000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V187000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the spare tire carrier isn't mounted securely to the trailer's back wall, it can become detached while towing. This detachment increases the risk of a crash because the loose component could interfere with the trailer's stability.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Keystone Passport trailers with models 153ML, 171EXP, 175BH, 195RB, 199ML, 217EXP, and 239ML are most at risk. These trailers may have a spare tire carrier that detaches while being towed.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your 2018 Passport trailer model number against the list: 153ML, 171EXP, 175BH, 195RB, 199ML, 217EXP, and 239ML. The recall started on April 14, 2018.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Call Keystone at 1-866-425-4369 to schedule a free inspection of your spare tire carrier mounting.
Get Free Inspection
Dealers will inspect the spare tire carrier mounting and install reinforcing backers if needed at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tire carrier mounting and install reinforcing backers if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-311.
Questions people ask
Why is my spare tire carrier dangerous?
The spare tire carrier may not be mounted properly to the trailer's back wall, causing it to detach while towing and increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my trailer is affected?
Your 2018 Passport trailer model must be one of: 153ML, 171EXP, 175BH, 195RB, 199ML, 217EXP, or 239ML.
What should I do if my trailer is affected?
Contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 to arrange a free inspection and possible installation of reinforcing backers.
Contact Keystone
We’ve drafted a message you can send Keystone to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V187000 — Keystone Keystone Hello, I own a Keystone that is covered by recall 18V187000 from Keystone. The official recall notice states: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tire carrier mounting and install reinforcing backers if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-311. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V187000 (March 22, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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