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2005 Keystone Everest problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 7 complaints on file for the 2005 Keystone Everest — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

7

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2005 compare to other Everest years?

Everest NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted10 complaints2001: 0 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 7 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 10 complaints2008: 2 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints
Everest NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Keystone Everest problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other343%
Tires & Wheels229%
Brakes114%
Electrical System114%

Does the 2005 Keystone Everest have recalls?

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

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.

05V309000Tires & WheelsJuly 6, 2005 · 2,668 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH 16", 6-BOLT ALUMINUM WHEEL OPTION WITH 5.5" BOLT CIRCLES, FOREIGN MATERIAL MAY BE PRESENT IN THE 'CLAMP JOINT' (MATING SURFACE BETWEEN THE WHEEL AND HUB FACE. THIS CAN HINDER THE PROPER TORQUE OF THE LUG NUTS IF THE NUTS ARE NOT INSTALLED WITH THE PROPER TORQUE DURING MANUFACTURE, RE-TIGHTENED DURING THE INITIAL 'SEATING IN' PERIOD AND/OR THERE IS A FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.

Consequence

IF THE LUG NUTS DO NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT TORQUE, THE WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REMOVE ALL PAINT AND FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WHEEL AND HUB MATING SURFACE. THEN THE LUG NUTS WILL BE PROPERLY TORQUED. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 7, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KEYSTONE AT 1-574-535-2100.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“THIRD OF THREE CONSECUTIVE DAY TIRE BLOW OUTS WITH TRIANGLE TR 653 TIRES. TIRE SIZE 235/80R16. PURCHASED 6/3/2019. NO INJURIES. EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO 5TH WHEEL CAMPER. OWNER CAN ATTEST TO CORRECT TIRE INFLATION AND CAMPER GVWR NOT EXCEEDED VERIFIED BY CAT CERTIFIED SCALE DONE ON SAME DAY OF TRAVEL.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 10, 2021

“THIRD OF THREE CONSECUTIVE DAY TIRE BLOW OUTS WITH TRIANGLE TR 653 TIRES. TIRE SIZE 235/80R16. PURCHASED 6/3/2019. NO INJURIES. EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO 5TH WHEEL CAMPER. OWNER CAN ATTEST TO CORRECT TIRE INFLATION AND CAMPER GVWR NOT EXCEEDED VERIFIED BY CAT CERTIFIED SCALE DONE ON SAME DAY OF TRAVEL.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 10, 2021

“5TH WHEEL RV BATTERY WAS DEAD. PROCEED TO HOOK UP TO VEHICLE, STILL NO VOLTAGE TO RV. FOUND GROUND WIRE NOT HOOKED, WHICH THEN DID NOT CHARGE BATTERY. END RESULT POSSIBLE TRAILER BRAKE FAILURE DURING TOWING AS WELL AS EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILURE. 2005 36.5 FT CHALLENGER BY KEYSTONE A DIVISION OF THOR.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 9, 2006

“5TH WHEEL RV BATTERY WAS DEAD. PROCEED TO HOOK UP TO VEHICLE, STILL NO VOLTAGE TO RV. FOUND GROUND WIRE NOT HOOKED, WHICH THEN DID NOT CHARGE BATTERY. END RESULT POSSIBLE TRAILER BRAKE FAILURE DURING TOWING AS WELL AS EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILURE. 2005 36.5 FT CHALLENGER BY KEYSTONE A DIVISION OF THOR.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 9, 2006

2005 Keystone Everest — common questions

Is the 2005 Keystone Everest reliable?

The record is thin — 7 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2005 Keystone Everest have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2005 Keystone Everest. 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.