NHTSA vehicle safety data
2008 Keystone Challenger Recalls & Complaints
The 2008 Keystone Challenger has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Keystone dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2008 Keystone Challenger. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2008 Keystone Challenger owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 Keystone Challenger, describing incidents dated March 30, 2008.
Most-cited components
- Suspension 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10224206 · Filed
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 KEYSTONE LAREDO (NA). WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE REAR AXLE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND REPAIRED. THE ENGINE SIZE, NUMBER OF CYLINDERS, TRANSMISSION TYPE, FUEL SYSTEM, POWERTRAIN, AND FUEL TYPE WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE…
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V755000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported November 22, 2017 · Keystone RV Company
Potentially affected: 1,205,997 vehicles
Repair completion: 2.15% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Keystone campaign 17-307 · Owners notified January 15, 2018
Defect description
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling various 2003-2018 Crossroads, Dutchmen, and Keystone recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V755-5127.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Keystone will notify owners and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-574-535-2100, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-307.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transfer Switch may Overheat
NHTSA #15V561000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice
Reported September 4, 2015 · Keystone RV Company
Potentially affected: 3,585 vehicles
Repair completion: 33.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Keystone campaign 15-234 · Owners notified October 8, 2015 · Vehicles built October 1, 2007 – July 31, 2008 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Big Sky, Challenger, Everest, Fuzion, Montana, and Raptor travel trailers and fifth wheels equipped with an IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch. These transfer switches, used in vehicles wired to be powered by a generator, may fail when exposed to elevated electrical loads and used in higher ambient temperatures.
Safety consequence
As the transfer switch fails, it may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch with a different brand transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service by calling 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-234.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
LP LINE
NHTSA #07V585000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — LPG Systems — Lines and Fittings · NHTSA notice
Reported December 17, 2007 · KEYSTONE RV COMPANY
Potentially affected: 223 vehicles
Keystone campaign 07-096 · Owners notified December 27, 2007 · Vehicles built May 30, 2007 – October 11, 2007 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
ON CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS, A LIQUID PROPANE (LP) LINE FOR THE SLIDE ROOM MAY BE TOO CLOSE TO THE TIRE.
Safety consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE AN INCREASED RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE FIRE.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE LP LINE AWAY FROM THE TIRE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 27, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KEYSTONE RV AT 1-866-425-4369.
Notes
KEYSTONE RV RECALL NO. 07-096.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Other Keystone Challenger model years
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