Recall 25V283 affects 70 2025 Keystone Kodiak travel trailers for weak fold-down patio struts. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 70 2025 Kodiak travel trailers under recall 25V283 because the fold-down patio struts do not support enough of the patio's weight while it is raised or lowered. That failure can leave the operator unable to handle the patio's weight, increasing the risk of injury; Keystone dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The fold-down patio on the 2025 Keystone Kodiak is part of the trailer's rear structure. The patio frame and its gas struts work together when the deck is raised or lowered. The struts are sealed support cylinders that help carry the patio's weight so one person is not holding the full load by hand.
On affected Kodiak trailers, the struts and support system do not carry enough of that weight. The recall identifies the original struts as lower capacity than the replacement setup, so too much load returns to the person operating the patio. That matters while the patio is moving, when the operator is guiding the deck instead of having it latched shut or resting fully down.
Owners can notice the problem while lowering the patio. The deck can feel heavier than expected or harder to control. The warning sign is extra weight on the operator during patio movement.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Keystone Kodiak | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 70 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2025 Keystone Kodiak trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
The patio can place more weight on the operator than the operator can control while it is being lowered, increasing the risk of injury. Use caution around the patio and have the recall work completed before relying on normal operation. Repair is free at any franchised Keystone dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Keystone Kodiak is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Keystone dealer to schedule the free warning-label, bolt, and strut repair that corrects the fold-down patio support problem.
- Bring the owner letter if Keystone mailed one, and reference recall number 25V283 and Keystone recall 25-465 when you call.
- Avoid raising or lowering the fold-down patio until the repair is complete if the patio feels too heavy to control.
- Call Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 with questions about scheduling or the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Keystone technician affixes the warning label, installs the required bolts, and replaces the fold-down patio struts covered by the recall. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Keystone has a manufacturer reimbursement plan on file, and new vehicles are also covered under warranty. If you paid out of pocket for this patio strut repair before the recall notice, ask Keystone customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation under Keystone's reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 1, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 16, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 22, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| June 22, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 22, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V283?
Recall 25V283 covers 70 2025 Keystone Kodiak 2900FKSP and 308BHSL travel trailers with fold-down patio struts that do not support enough patio weight during raising or lowering. Keystone dealers will add a warning label, install bolts, and replace the struts for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Keystone Kodiak is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 25V283. If it is, contact a Keystone dealer to schedule the patio strut repair. Reference recall number 25V283 or Keystone recall number 25-465 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Keystone dealers will affix the warning label, install bolts, and replace the fold-down patio struts free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The fold-down patio can become too heavy for the operator to control while raising or lowering it. That increases the risk of injury. Until the repair is complete, use care around the patio and confirm the trailer's VIN before scheduling dealer work.
When did Keystone notify owners?
Keystone mailed owner notification letters on May 16, 2025. If you own a 2025 Kodiak and did not receive a letter, check your VIN and contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 or a Keystone dealer with recall number 25-465.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V283000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V283 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V283000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →