NHTSA Recall 18V843000
Filed by Keystone RV Company. Component: Power Train. Reported 2018-11-28. An estimated 982 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019 Keystone Cougar, Outback, Passport, Springdale, Bullet and Hideout recreational trailers and 2019 Dutchmen Aerolite and Atlas recreational trailers. The inner hub bearings of the axles may not have been sufficiently greased, which can cause the bearings to overheat and fail.
Risk
If the bearings overheat, the hub may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the hubs and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2019. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-340.
Manufacturer campaign number: 18-340
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.