Keystone is recalling 1,608 2016-2017 Raptor, Fuzion, Voltage, and Carbon trailers for weak rear cargo door hinges. Free repair at a franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 1,608 2016-2017 Raptor, Fuzion, Voltage, and Carbon fifth wheel trailers because rear cargo door hinge welds are insufficient, letting the top of the door swing down with more force than normal. If the door does not open as expected, people in its path face increased injury risk, and Keystone dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On the 2016-2017 Keystone Raptor, Fuzion, Voltage, and Carbon trailers in recall 16V908, the rear cargo ramp door uses hinges to hold and guide the door as it opens and closes. Each hinge relies on a hinge pin joined to a hinge plate. That joint keeps the heavy door moving in a controlled arc instead of dropping out of position.
On affected trailers, the weld that secures the hinge pin to the hinge plate is inadequate. A puddle weld is the small pool of welded metal that locks those parts together. If that weld separates, the hinge loses its hold on the pin, and the top of the cargo door can swing down with more force than normal.
Owners can notice the side of the door shifting before the hinge fully separates. If the door looks uneven, moves sideways, or no longer tracks normally at the hinge, treat that as the warning sign.
Who's affected?
Covers four trailer lines across the 2016 and 2017 model years, all tied to the same body door hinge component.
| 2017 Keystone Raptor | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2016 Keystone Fuzion | body structure |
| 2017 Keystone Fuzion | body structure |
| 2016 Dutchmen Voltage | body structure |
| 2017 Keystone Carbon | body structure |
| 2017 Dutchmen Voltage | body structure |
| Units affected | 1,608 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
If the ramp door does not open as expected, people standing in the door's path face increased injury risk. A separated hinge pin lets the side of the door shift, so keep people clear of the ramp door and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Keystone Raptor, Fuzion, Voltage, or Carbon fifth wheel is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Keystone dealer to schedule the free rear cargo door hinge replacement that fixes the forceful ramp-door opening issue.
- Bring the recall notice if Keystone sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V908 when you call.
- Keep people clear of the rear cargo door path until the hinge repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Keystone technician replaces the rear ramp door hinge covered by recall 16V908. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Keystone has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related ramp door hinge repair before the recall repair. Keep repair invoices and proof of payment, and contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 to ask how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 16, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 22, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 22, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 22, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 13, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V908?
Recall 16V908 covers 1,608 2016-2017 Keystone Raptor, Fuzion, Voltage, and Carbon fifth wheel recreational trailers with rear cargo door hinge welds that can be insufficient. The top of the ramp door can swing down with more force than normal, increasing injury risk for anyone in the door's path.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Keystone Raptor, Fuzion, Voltage, or Carbon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V908. If it is, contact a franchised Keystone dealer to schedule the ramp door hinge replacement. Reference recall number 16V908 and Keystone recall number 16-274 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 ramp door hinge free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included trailers.
What is the safety risk from this ramp door hinge recall?
The risk is injury from the rear cargo door opening with more force than expected. If the hinge welds are insufficient, the top of the door can swing down into the path of a person standing nearby. Keep people clear of the ramp door until the hinge repair is complete.
What if I bought this Keystone trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included, then call a franchised Keystone dealer and reference recall number 16V908.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V908000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V908 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V908000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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