Recall 18V651 affects 5,236 2016-2019 Keystone Impact and Fuzion recreational trailers for brake wiring damage. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 5,236 2016-2019 Impact and Fuzion recreational trailers because electric brake wiring can contact the tires or wheels and damage the wires. That damage can reduce trailer braking ability and increase crash risk; the Keystone dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The electric brake wiring on 2016-2019 Keystone Impact and Fuzion recreational trailers carries the brake signal from the tow vehicle and brake controller to the trailer brakes at the axles. When the driver brakes, that wiring helps energize the electric brake assemblies so the trailer slows with the tow vehicle. The wiring has to stay clear of moving tires and wheels.
On affected trailers, production routed the brake wiring incorrectly at the axle. That position lets the wiring contact a tire or wheel during normal use. The contact can rub through the insulation or damage the wire itself. Once the wire is damaged, the brake signal is interrupted or weakened, reducing the trailer's braking ability.
Warning signs include loss of braking ability, an error message on the brake controller, or visible damage to the wiring near the axle. If any of those signs appear, treat the trailer's electric brake system as damaged until it is inspected.
Who's affected?
Spans the Impact and Fuzion trailer lines across four model years, all tied to the electric brake system.
| 2017 Keystone Impact | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2016 Keystone Impact | brake system |
| 2017 Keystone Fuzion | brake system |
| 2019 Keystone Impact | brake system |
| 2018 Keystone Impact | brake system |
| 2019 Keystone Fuzion | brake system |
| 2016 Keystone Fuzion | brake system |
| 2018 Keystone Fuzion | brake system |
| Units affected | 5,236 |
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 wiring problem that leads to loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash. Watch for lost trailer braking, an error message on the brake controller, or visible wiring damage. If any of those signs appear, stop using the trailer and contact a Keystone dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Keystone dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2019 Keystone Impact or Fuzion trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Keystone dealer to inspect the electric-brake wiring and repair, protect, and reroute damaged wiring that can reduce trailer braking ability.
- Bring the recall notice if Keystone mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V651 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the dealer checks the brake wiring if you see wire damage near the tires or wheels.
- Call Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 with questions about the free inspection and wiring repair.
What happens at the repair
The filing does not list the final remedy status in this slice, but the dealer fix is defined. A Keystone technician inspects the electric brake wiring for tire or wheel damage, repairs damaged wiring, adds wiring protection, and reroutes the wiring. The dealer repair will be free once available. Keystone has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for related repairs. Contact Keystone customer service and ask what repair documentation the plan requires.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 20, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 22, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 19, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| November 19, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 19, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V651?
Recall 18V651 covers 5,236 2016-2019 Keystone Impact and Fuzion recreational trailers with electric brake wiring that can contact the tires or wheels. Damaged wiring can reduce trailer braking ability and increase crash risk. Keystone dealers inspect, protect, reroute, and repair the wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2019 Keystone Impact or Fuzion is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V651. If it is, contact an authorized Keystone dealer to schedule the electric brake wiring inspection and repair. Reference recall number 18V651 and Keystone recall number 18-330 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Keystone's remedy says dealers will inspect the electric brake wiring, repair damage as needed, install wiring protection, and reroute the wiring free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced trailer braking ability. In affected Keystone Impact and Fuzion trailers, electric brake wiring can rub against the tires or wheels and become damaged. Keystone's filing says a loss of braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
What if I bought my Keystone Impact or Fuzion used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the trailer's VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2016-2019 Keystone Impact or Fuzion is included, then call an authorized Keystone dealer with recall number 18V651.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V651000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V651 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V651000 |
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)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →