2021 Keystone Alpine problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 9 complaints on file for the 2021 Keystone Alpine — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Alpine years?

Alpine NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Keystone Alpine problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Body & Structure	4	44%	▲ up
Other	3	33%	▲ up
Brakes	1	11%	— flat
Tires & Wheels	1	11%	— flat

Does the 2021 Keystone Alpine have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V726000OtherSeptember 29, 2022 · 9,678 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Alpine, Avalanche, 2020-2023 Fuzion and Impact travel trailers. The hydraulic leveling leg foot pads may become loose and separate from the vehicle.

Consequence

A foot pad that separates during transit can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the mounting bolt and reinstall with thread locking adhesive, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2022. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 22-437.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“My husband and I purchased a 2021 alpine Keystone 3712 KB fifth wheel on June 2, 2021 around the end of Aug 2021. We left to Oregon for our vacation. Around the first part of September 2021 our trailer started showing signs of issues. We put it in the camper world in Eugene OR and found out that it…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 2, 2021 · crash

“My husband and I purchased a 2021 alpine Keystone 3712 KB fifth wheel on June 2, 2021 around the end of Aug 2021. We left to Oregon for our vacation. Around the first part of September 2021 our trailer started showing signs of issues. We put it in the camper world in Eugene OR and found out that it…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 2, 2021 · crash

“All four brakes wore out pads and damaged the drums in under 1360 miles. The trailer frame shop where I had new brakes installed (Smiley's Pro Services, 920 W Pearl Jensen Way, LA Conner WA 98287-4720. Ph # [PHONE]. Invoice #74287) said they had seen this happen to two other trailers in the…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 12, 2021

“My husband and I purchased a 2021 alpine Keystone 3712 KB fifth wheel on June 2, 2021 around the end of Aug 2021. We left to Oregon for our vacation. Around the first part of September 2021 our trailer started showing signs of issues. We put it in the camper world in Eugene OR and found out that it…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · June 2, 2021 · crash

2021 Keystone Alpine — common questions

Is the 2021 Keystone Alpine reliable?

The record is thin — 9 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Keystone Alpine have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 Keystone Alpine. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2021 compare to other Alpine years?

What are the most common 2021 Keystone Alpine problems?

Does the 2021 Keystone Alpine have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2021 Keystone Alpine — common questions

Is the 2021 Keystone Alpine reliable?

Does the 2021 Keystone Alpine have recalls?

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