Recall 13V305 affects 239 2013-2014 Keystone Laredo fifth wheels for an unsupported battery box. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 239 2013-2014 Laredo fifth wheels because the battery box lacks enough support and can move out of position during travel. A loose battery box can short the electrical system, start a fire, or fall from the trailer, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The battery box on the 2013-2014 Keystone Laredo fifth wheel holds the trailer battery in its mounted position while the RV is being towed. That battery supplies power for trailer systems when shore power or the tow vehicle is not the main supply. The box needs solid support because the battery is heavy and sits where road movement loads the mounting points.
On the affected Laredo trailers, the battery box does not have enough support for the battery. While the trailer is moving, the battery and box can shift out of position and fall from the mounted area. That leaves the battery unsecured and can damage the box, wiring, or nearby electrical connections.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is unlikely to get a dashboard alert or clear sound before the box moves out of position during travel.
Who's affected?
Both model years are tied to the same battery component.
| 2013 Keystone Laredo | battery |
|---|---|
| 2014 Keystone Laredo | battery |
| Units affected | 239 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The battery box can shift out of position, causing electrical shorts that lead to a fire. It can also fall from the vehicle and create a road hazard for other drivers. Schedule the reinforcement repair soon and avoid towing the trailer if the battery box looks loose. Repair will be free at any franchised Keystone dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Keystone Laredo is included in this recall.
- Call Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 to confirm the owner notice and dealer repair path.
- Schedule the free battery-box mounting reinforcement kit that keeps the battery box supported during travel.
- Bring the recall notice if Keystone mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V305 and Keystone recall 13-194 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the battery box is inspected or reinforced, since a loose battery box creates a fire risk and road hazard.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Keystone technician installs a battery box mounting reinforcement kit so the battery box has added support during travel. The campaign remedy was scheduled to begin on July 22, 2013, and the parts and labor are free under the recall. Because this page does not have a current remedy-status label, confirm repair availability for your VIN before planning the visit. If the repair is not open for your VIN, the dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| July 10, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 22, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V305?
Recall 13V305 covers 239 2013-2014 Keystone Laredo fifth wheels with a battery box that lacks enough support. The box can drop out of position during travel, causing electrical shorts, fire risk, or a road hazard. Keystone installs a battery box mounting reinforcement kit for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Keystone Laredo is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific fifth wheel is included in recall 13V305. If it is, contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 or a Keystone dealer to arrange the battery box mounting reinforcement kit. Reference Keystone recall code 13-194 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Keystone's remedy says the battery box mounting reinforcement kit is installed free of charge. The recall repair began on July 22, 2013.
What is the safety risk on this Keystone Laredo recall?
The safety risk is electrical shorts and fire, plus a road hazard if the battery box falls from the fifth wheel during travel. The defect involves the battery box support, so the repair path is the Keystone reinforcement kit for the battery box mounting.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V305000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V305 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V305000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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