Recall 10V570 affects 576 2011 Keystone Montana fifth-wheel trailers for frame flexing near center axle spring hangers. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 576 2011 Montana fifth-wheel trailers because side-load stress can make the frame flex excessively near the center axle spring hangers. In extreme circumstances, that flexing can cause extensive frame damage and increase the risk of property damage or a crash; the Keystone dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The frame on a 2011 Keystone Montana fifth wheel trailer is the main steel structure under the trailer body. It carries the trailer body, supports the axles, and transfers loads through the suspension. The center axle spring hangers are brackets welded to the frame that hold the leaf springs in place so the axle stays aligned under the trailer.
On affected Montana trailers, the frame exhibits excessive flexing around the center axle spring hangers under certain side load stress conditions. Side load stress is sideways force against the suspension, such as force during turns or travel over uneven ground. Instead of staying rigid around those hangers, the frame bends more than designed. That movement puts extra stress on the hanger area and affects how the suspension holds the center axle.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not assume a normal-looking trailer means the frame is unaffected; the VIN decides whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Keystone Montana | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 576 |
Not every 2011 Keystone Montana trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Frame flexing under extreme circumstances can cause extensive frame damage and increase the risk of property damage or a crash. Use extra caution until your VIN is checked, and schedule the repair soon if this Montana is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Keystone dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Keystone Montana is included in this recall.
- Review the Keystone owner notice mailed on November 23, 2010, if you have it.
- Contact a franchised Keystone dealer and reference recall number 10V570 when you ask about the frame repair.
- Ask about the free cross-member installation that reinforces the frame at the center axle spring hangers.
- Avoid towing heavy loads until Keystone confirms the frame repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Keystone technician installs a cross member between the center spring hangers. That added frame support is meant to reduce excessive flexing around the center axle spring hanger area under side load stress. The dealer repair will be free once Keystone has the campaign open for service. Ask the service desk to confirm the recall by VIN before work begins so the repair order is tied to campaign 10V570.
Timeline
| November 11, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 23, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V570?
Recall 10V570 covers 576 2011 Keystone Montana fifth-wheel trailers with frame flexing near the center axle spring hangers. Under side-load stress, that flexing can damage the frame and increase the risk of property damage or a crash. Keystone installs a cross member between the center spring hangers for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Keystone Montana is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 10V570. If it is, contact a Keystone dealer or Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 to schedule the cross-member installation. Reference recall number 10V570 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Keystone installs a cross member between the center spring hangers free of charge, so parts and labor are covered for an included 2011 Keystone Montana trailer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is frame damage from excessive flexing near the center axle spring hangers. In extreme circumstances, that damage can increase the risk of property damage or a crash. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free cross-member installation through Keystone or an authorized Keystone dealer.
What if I bought my Keystone Montana used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Montana is included, then call a Keystone dealer or Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 with recall number 10V570.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V570000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V570 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V570000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →