What Keystone Bullet owners have reported to NHTSA, the service bulletins the manufacturer sent dealers, and any federal defect investigations, by model year. See Keystone Bullet safety recalls or check your VIN.
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA, by the model year of the vehicle. A high count can also mean a popular year, so compare it with how many were sold.
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injured | Deaths | TSBs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2018 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2016 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 2014 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2013 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The vehicle systems named most often in Keystone Bullet complaints (one complaint can name several).
In the owners’ own words, as filed with NHTSA. Unverified reports; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
The contact owns a 2021 Keystone Bullet RV. The contact stated that after a visual inspection, the contact observed that the passengerâs side rear leaf spring shackle had detached from the frame at the spot weld. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the spot welds. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 5,000.
Brake Wiring drivers side of trailer melted inside trailer axel and near brake drum. Technician stated possible due to wiring being damaged when run through axel. Camping World Lakewood NJ has defective wiring and photos. First noted something questionable about wires in [XXX] but seemed to be working ok then inspected by Camping World [XXX] found wiring insulation seriously melted. Wiring required replacement. Tried to upload pics but doesnât direct to an upload page. I feel this could have be a catastrophic event and suggest closer inspections and testing of brake systems. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) Tried to uploa…
1. Component that failed: The leaf springs on the rear axle broke in half. This RV has two rear axles. The leaf springs that broke were both on the rear axle. 2. How was your safety put at risk?: If the springs broke while at highway speeds, control of the Travel Trailer could have been lost. 3. Has the problem been confirmed by a dealer or independent service center?: Yes. Both broken leaf springs have been replaced. 4. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representative?: No. 5. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No warnings. We did hear a "…
2021 KEYSTONE BULLET. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO OVERHEATING BRAKES. THE CONSUMER STATED THE BRAKES DESTROYED THEMSELVES. A TECHNICIAN AT THE DEALERSHIP STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE HUB WAS PULLED, THE BRAKES AND COMPONENTS FELL TO THE FLOOR IN PIECES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DECLINED ASSISTANCE STATING THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO USER ERROR. THE DEALERSHIP THEN OFFERED ASSISTANCE BY DISCOUNTING THE REPAIR COST. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. *JS
My 2019 Keystone Travel Trailer has a Safety Recall 21V-708 regarding defective Winn-Tec Model 6020 dual stage propane regulators. The recall is due to the regulators may elevate the propane pressure to the appliances and cause a fire. My 2019 Keystone Travel Trailer was manufactured in 2018 with a Winn-Tec Model 6020 dual stage propane regulator manufactured in 2017. The Safety Recall 21V-708 from Keystone RV Company letter states they will only replace the regulator if the regulator was manufactured in 2018-2021. I have talked to Keystone RV Company and they refuse to replace my Winn-Tec Model 6020 regulator unless I pay to have my regulator tested at my expense, then if tested bad, th…
The contact owns a 2019 Keystone Bullet Premier equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V708000 (Equipment); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and advised the contact that his propane regulator was not affected by the recall as it was manufactured in 2017. The contact informed the manufacturer that the flame on the stove top was higher than normal. The manufacturer advised the contact to have th…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 KEYSTONE BULLET. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FLOORBOARDS WERE ROTTING DUE TO WATER DAMAGE. THE CONTACT CALLED TERRYTOWN RV SUPERSTORE (7145 DIVISION AVE S, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49548; (616) 455-5590) AND NOTIFIED THE DEALER OF THE FAILURE. THE RV HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 KEYSTONE BULLET CROSSFIRE TRAVEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEMOTIC WATER HEATER CAUGHT ON FIRE, BURNING ALL THE ELECTRIC WIRES COMPLETELY. THE FIRE EVENTUALLY BURNED OUT ON ITS OWN. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO BISH'S RV - BOISE AREA (1300 W OVERLAND RD, MERIDIAN, ID 83642) WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE GAS PRESSURE WAS LOW, WHICH THEY LINKED TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MAKER OF THE WATER HEATER AND THEY BLAMED THE FIRE ON THE PROPANE TANK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND THEY EXPLAINED THAT THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD YET TO BE REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 0. THE VIN IS INVALID. *DT*JB*BF*JB
Repair instructions and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about known issues. A TSB is not a recall, and the repair is usually free only while the car is under warranty; ask your dealer for the bulletin number.
This process describes the repair of the Exact-Slide G5.5 motors in the event a motor fails due to gearbox failure or sprocket deflection.
This is for advisory 24-450. It has been determined that Polycarbonate skylights used on Alpha Flex and Alpha Ply roof systems may crack. The remedy is to inspect the clear polycarbonate skylight on the Alpha Flex or Alpha Ply roof systems. Inspect the clear skylight for cracks and replace if cracks are found. CLOSING NOTICE - This Campaign ends July 31, 2024.
Attached are the updated repair instructions for KSB-200305. The information and instructions in a Keystone Service Bulletin (KSB) are intended to inform RV dealership Service Managers/Technicians of situations that may occur with some Recreational vehicles so dealership personnel can perform proper and efficient service. KSBâÂÂs are intended to be used by trained RV technicians with the knowledge, tools and equipment to do the job properly and safely, not âÂÂdo-it-yourselfersâÂÂ. Information is not presented as a repair guaranteed to be covered by warranty. KeystoneâÂÂs P & P (P
It has been determined that certain Bullet travel trailers built with fiberglass front caps did not have proper backers to prevent cap from collapsing when in transit. The following procedure describes how to reinforce the caps to prevent them from collapsing.
This process describes how to replace a Furrion Antenna head with a Winegard 360 for Over The Air (OTA) channels.
Letter to dealers for KSB-191007. This process describes the repair where under certain temperature conditions the Norco slide cable system gearbox may leak oil/grease on the slide roof membrane. The KSB describes how to install a drip pan to prevent damage to the roof membrane, and make repairs if necessary.
This is the repair instructions for KSB-191007. This process describes the repair where under certain temperature conditions the Norco slide cable system gearbox may leak oil/grease on the slide roof membrane. The KSB describes how to install a drip pan to prevent damage to the roof membrane, and make repairs if necessary.
This is the REVISED repair instructions for advisory 18-318. It has been determined that certain Atwood furnace models may have wiring that can come in contact with the exhaust vent tube causing the furnace to shut down in a safe manner.
This is the repair instructions for advisory 18-318. It has been determined that certain Atwood furnace models may have wiring that can come in contact with the exhaust vent tube causing the furnace to shut down in a safe manner. This is the communication to the dealership regarding advisory 18-318 for certain Atwood furnace models. This is the final owner notification for adviosry 18-318, for certain Atwood furnace models. This is the revised repair instructions for advisory 18-318 for certain Atwood furnace models.
This is the repair instructions for TSB-170526. It has been determined the vehicles in this technical service bulletin population may have a 32? Furrion brand TV that affects the functions on the sound bar of a different brand. Only a certain population was affected and TV firmware can be ?flashed? to prevent the issue.
This is the repair instructions for TSB-170526. It has been determined the vehicles in this technical service bulletin population may have a 32? Furrion brand TV that affects the functions on the sound bar of a different brand. Only a certain population was affected and TV firmware can be ?flashed? to prevent the issue.
THIS COMMUNICATION IS THE OWNER NOTIFICATION 14-215 FOR THE OCTAGON CORRECT TRACK CAM PLATE MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation public data (complaints, manufacturer communications, investigations), model years 2010 and later. Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA.
In complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2010–2025, owners most often name: structure, suspension, unknown or other. 27 complaints are on record.
No. A complaint is an unverified report from an owner. A technical service bulletin (TSB) is the manufacturer telling dealers how to fix a known issue; it is not a safety recall and is usually covered only under warranty. A recall is a formal safety action, and its repair is free.
File a vehicle safety complaint at NHTSA.gov. NHTSA reads every report, and patterns of complaints are what open defect investigations and, eventually, recalls.