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2018 Keystone Carbon problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2018 Keystone Carbon — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Carbon years?

Carbon NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted5 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 5 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 2 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 1 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Carbon NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Carbon years to avoid →

What are the most common 2018 Keystone Carbon problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels2100%

Does the 2018 Keystone Carbon have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V226000Fuel SystemApril 10, 2018 · 423 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018 Keystone Carbon and Raptor recreational fifth-wheel trailers. These vehicles were manufactured without a protective barrier in the fuel station to prevent fuel absorption in the main floor.

Consequence

Fuel absorption into the main floor can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Remedy

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers and install a protective barrier is present, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-317.

17V755000OtherNovember 22, 2017 · 1,205,997 units

Defect

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

Consequence

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

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.

17V643000SuspensionOctober 12, 2017 · 83 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018 Carbon, Fuzion, and Raptor triple axle toy haulers. These vehicles may have an incorrectly welded suspension equalizer that can result in the suspension's failure while traveling.

Consequence

If the suspension fails, the trailer's handling would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will replace the equalizer with a different one, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-305.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“THIS INVOLVES NEW CHINESE JUNK TIRES BEING PUT ON TOY HAULERS. KEYSTONE ONE OF THE LARGEST MANUFACTURER OF RV'S PUTS THE CHEAPEST TIRES ON EVEN AFTER BEING TOLD BY MANY OWNERS THAT TIRES ARE EXPLODING GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. NOT JUST RUNLETS WHERE IT FALLS APART BUT FULLY INFLATED WHERE IT GOES OFF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 2, 2018

2018 Keystone Carbon — common questions

Is the 2018 Keystone Carbon reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Keystone Carbon have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Keystone Carbon. 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.