Recall 16V954 affects 1,651 2016-2017 Keystone Avalanche and Alpine fifth-wheel trailers for incorrect spare tire load-range labels. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 1,651 2016-2017 Avalanche and Alpine fifth-wheel trailers because the Federal Certification label lists incorrect spare tire load range information. Using that label to inflate the spare tire can overinflate it and increase the risk of tire failure, and Keystone dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Federal Identification Tag on a 2016-2017 Keystone Avalanche or Alpine fifth-wheel trailer is the certification label that lists key trailer information, including tire details. The spare tire load range is the capacity rating printed for that tire, and it helps an owner, tire shop, or service department confirm that the tire matches the trailer.
On affected trailers, the label was printed with the wrong spare tire load range information. Keystone says the spare tire itself is the correct tire for the trailer; the defect is the printed tag, not the tire. That mismatch still matters because the label is supposed to give accurate information when a tire is inspected, replaced, or checked against the trailer's certification details.
Owners can spot the issue by comparing the tire load range on the Federal Identification Tag with the information printed on the spare tire. If the two do not match, that mismatch is the warning sign.
Who's affected?
Covers Alpine and Avalanche trailers across the 2016 and 2017 model years, with the same vehicle label issue on both models.
| 2016 Keystone Avalanche | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2017 Keystone Alpine | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 Keystone Alpine | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2017 Keystone Avalanche | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 1,651 |
| 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?
Using the wrong Federal Certification label information can overinflate the spare tire, which increases the risk of tire failure. Before inflating the spare, compare the tire load range on the tag with the marking on the spare tire. If they do not match, call a Keystone dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Keystone Avalanche or Alpine is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Keystone dealer to schedule the free Federal Placard replacement that corrects the spare-tire load-range information.
- Bring the owner letter Keystone mailed, or reference recall number 16V954 and Keystone recall 17-275 when you call.
- Confirm the correct spare tire load range with the dealer before inflating or using the spare tire.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Keystone technician replaces the Federal Placard so the trailer shows the correct spare tire load range information. The replacement placard and labor are free under the recall. Keystone has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for a placard correction tied to this recall, keep your invoice and repair paperwork, then contact Keystone customer service about reimbursement under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 28, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 13, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 13, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 13, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 17, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V954?
Recall 16V954 covers 1,651 2016-2017 Keystone Avalanche and Alpine fifth-wheel trailers with incorrect spare tire load range information on the Federal Placard. Using that label to inflate the spare tire can overinflate it and increase the risk of tire failure.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Keystone Avalanche or Alpine is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V954. If it is, contact a franchised Keystone dealer to schedule the Federal Placard replacement. Reference recall 16V954 or Keystone recall number 17-275 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Keystone's remedy states that dealers will replace the Federal Placard free of charge. The replacement label corrects the spare tire load range information, so the tire inflation guidance matches the trailer's required certification information.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is spare-tire overinflation. If an owner follows the incorrect load range information on the Federal Certification label, the spare tire can be inflated beyond the correct range, increasing the risk of tire failure.
What if I bought this Keystone trailer used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Avalanche or Alpine is included, then call a franchised Keystone dealer or Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V954000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V954 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V954000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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