Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V853000 Reported November 30, 2018

Spindle weld failure may cause wheel separation

Keystone Rv Company · Suspension · 169 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V853000
Manufacturer Campaign
19-342
Manufacturer
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
169
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 30, 2018
Completion Rate
91.61

Defect Summary

Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain 2019 keystone montana recreational trailers. the axles may have defective welds on the spindles, potentially resulting in a spindle and wheel assembly detaching from the axle.

Safety Consequence

If the spindle or wheel assembly detaches from the axle, it can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle tag, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 14, 2019. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 18-342.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Keystone Rv Company dealer and reference recall ID 18V853000 or campaign 19-342.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V853000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 18V853000?

NHTSA recall 18V853000 was issued by Keystone Rv Company on November 30, 2018. It addresses: Spindle weld failure may cause wheel separation. The recall affects approximately 169 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Keystone Rv Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V853000 or the manufacturer campaign number 19-342. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.