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2021 Keystone Avalanche problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2021 Keystone Avalanche — 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Avalanche years?

Avalanche NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted3 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 1 complaints2014: 0 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 3 complaints2022: 2 complaints2023: 0 complaints
Avalanche NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Keystone Avalanche problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other267%
Body & Structure133%

Does the 2021 Keystone Avalanche 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.

“2021 KEYSTONE FIFTH WHEEL RV. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO SERVICE REPAIR LIST. THE CONSUMER STATED DEFECTIVE HOT WATER HEATER, THE KITCHEN SINK DRAIN LEAKS, A DISTINCT ODOR OF WASTE WATER IS LEAKING IN THE GALLEY AREA, AND DOOR LATCHES REPLACED WITH INFERIOR CABINET HARDWARE. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 1, 2023

“2021 KEYSTONE FIFTH WHEEL RV. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO SERVICE REPAIR LIST. THE CONSUMER STATED DEFECTIVE HOT WATER HEATER, THE KITCHEN SINK DRAIN LEAKS, A DISTINCT ODOR OF WASTE WATER IS LEAKING IN THE GALLEY AREA, AND DOOR LATCHES REPLACED WITH INFERIOR CABINET HARDWARE. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · May 1, 2023

2021 Keystone Avalanche — common questions

Is the 2021 Keystone Avalanche reliable?

The record is thin — 3 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 Avalanche have recalls?

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

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.