Recall 17V643 covers 83 2018 Keystone Fuzion, Raptor, and Carbon toy haulers with incorrectly welded suspension equalizers. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 83 2018 Fuzion, Raptor, and Carbon triple axle toy haulers because an incorrectly welded suspension equalizer can fail while the trailer is moving. If the suspension fails, trailer handling is affected and crash risk increases; Keystone dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The suspension equalizer on these 2018 Keystone Fuzion, Raptor, and Carbon triple axle toy haulers sits between the leaf spring connections and helps the axles share weight as the trailer moves. On a toy hauler, that part has to absorb road movement while keeping the suspension geometry stable under load.
The affected trailers use a Lippert Road Armor equalizer that was assembled with an incorrect weld. A bad weld weakens the equalizer at a point that carries suspension load. While the trailer is being towed, that weakness can let the equalizer fail, which can cause the suspension to fail while traveling.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a sound, warning light, or visible change in ride height to tell you the equalizer is about to let go.
Who's affected?
Covers three Keystone toy-hauler trailer lines from the 2018 model year, all tied to the same suspension component.
| 2018 Keystone Fuzion | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2018 Keystone Raptor | suspension component |
| 2018 Keystone Carbon | suspension component |
| Units affected | 83 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident 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?
A suspension failure affects trailer handling and increases the risk of a crash. If the trailer feels unstable while towing, slow down when safe, stop, and contact a Keystone dealer before towing farther. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Keystone Fuzion, Raptor, or Carbon toy hauler is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Keystone dealer to schedule the free suspension-equalizer replacement that fixes the incorrectly welded equalizer.
- Bring the recall notice if Keystone mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V643 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the trailer is safe to tow if handling changes before the repair.
- Call Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 with questions about Keystone recall 17-305.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Keystone technician replaces the incorrectly welded suspension equalizer with a different equalizer. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Keystone has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related suspension equalizer repair before the recall notice. Bring repair paperwork and payment documentation to the service desk, or contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 to ask how to submit a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 12, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 20, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 25, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| October 25, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 25, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V643?
Recall 17V643 covers 83 2018 Keystone Fuzion, Raptor, and Carbon triple axle toy haulers with an incorrectly welded suspension equalizer. If the equalizer fails while traveling, trailer handling is affected and crash risk rises. Keystone dealers will replace the equalizer for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Keystone Fuzion, Raptor, or Carbon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific toy hauler is included in recall 17V643. If it is, contact a Keystone dealer to schedule the suspension equalizer replacement. Reference recall number 17V643, or Keystone recall number 17-305, when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Keystone dealers will replace the affected suspension equalizer free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 17V643.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of normal trailer handling if the incorrectly welded suspension equalizer fails while traveling. That handling change raises crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair before towing long distances or loading the toy hauler heavily.
What if I bought this Keystone toy hauler used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2018 Keystone Fuzion, Raptor, or Carbon is included, then call a Keystone dealer with recall number 17V643.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V643000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V643 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V643000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - 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)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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