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Campaign 15V561 Posted September 4, 2015 3,585 units

2008-2009 Keystone RV Recall 15V561: Transfer Switch

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 15V561 covers 3,585 2008-2009 Keystone travel trailers and fifth wheels for an IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch fire risk. Repair is free at Keystone dealers.

Keystone is recalling 3,585 2008-2009 Challenger, Raptor, Big Sky, Everest, Fuzion, and Montana trailers and fifth wheels because the IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch can fail under heavy electrical load and high heat. A failing switch can overheat and raise the risk of a fire; the Keystone dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch is part of the electrical system on affected 2008-2009 Keystone Big Sky, Challenger, Everest, Fuzion, Montana, and Raptor travel trailers and fifth wheels. It is used on units wired for generator power, and its job is to route that power into the RV's electrical system so installed circuits receive power from the intended source.

On these Keystone models, the transfer switch can fail when it is exposed to elevated electrical loads in higher surrounding temperatures. The recall information does not give a more specific root cause, so the practical concern is the switch failing while it is carrying generator power under heat and load.

There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not assume normal lights, outlets, or appliances mean the transfer switch is safe under the next high-load use.

Who's affected?

Covers the Challenger, Raptor, Big Sky, Everest, Fuzion, and Montana trailer lines across the 2008 and 2009 model years, all tied to the electrical system.

2008 Keystone Challenger electrical system
2008 Keystone Raptor electrical system
2009 Keystone Big Sky electrical system
2008 Keystone Big Sky electrical system
2008 Keystone Everest electrical system
Units affected3,585

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.

What's the safety risk?

A failing transfer switch can overheat and increase the risk of a fire. Treat this as an electrical safety recall, not a routine service item, and arrange the dealer repair before relying on the affected system. Repair will be free at any franchised Keystone dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2009 Keystone Challenger, Raptor, Big Sky, Everest, Fuzion, or Montana is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 to confirm the repair path for recall number 15V561.
  3. Ask a Keystone dealer about the free IOTA ITS-50R transfer-switch replacement that addresses overheating under elevated electrical loads.
  4. Bring the recall notice if Keystone mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V561 when you call.
  5. Avoid using generator power through the transfer switch until the repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Keystone technician replaces the IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch with a different brand transfer switch. That is the core repair for 2008-2009 Challenger, Raptor, Big Sky, Everest, Fuzion, and Montana trailers equipped with the recalled switch. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the dealer repair is available. Call a Keystone dealer to confirm parts and scheduling before bringing the trailer in, especially if the trailer is stored, wired for generator use, or needs transport to the service location.

Timeline

September 4, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
October 8, 2015 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V561?

Recall 15V561 covers 3,585 2008-2009 Keystone Challenger, Raptor, Big Sky, Everest, Fuzion, and Montana travel trailers and fifth wheels equipped with an IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch. The switch can fail under elevated electrical load and higher heat, overheat, and increase fire risk.

What should I do if my 2008-2009 Keystone Challenger, Raptor, Big Sky, Everest, Fuzion, or Montana is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer or fifth wheel is included in recall 15V561. If it is, contact a franchised Keystone dealer to schedule replacement of the IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch with a different brand transfer switch. Reference Keystone recall number 15-234 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Keystone dealers will replace the IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under recall 15V561.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is fire. The recalled IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch can fail when the trailer is exposed to elevated electrical loads and higher ambient temperatures. As it fails, the switch can overheat. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair.

What if I bought this Keystone trailer used?

The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Keystone trailer or fifth wheel is included, then call a franchised Keystone dealer and reference recall 15V561 or Keystone number 15-234.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V561000
Keystone customer service1-866-425-4369
NHTSA recall #15V561
NHTSA recall # (full)15V561000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →