2004 Keystone Laredo problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2004 Keystone Laredo — 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

—

NCAP overall

How does 2004 compare to other Laredo years?

Laredo NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Laredo years to avoid →

What are the most common 2004 Keystone Laredo problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Suspension	3	38%	new
Body & Structure	2	25%	▲ up
Other	1	13%	— flat
Trailer Hitch	1	13%	new
Transmission	1	13%	new

Does the 2004 Keystone Laredo have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH ON DRY ROAD CONDITIONS, THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING AND WRAPPED ITSELF AROUND THE FRONT AXLE. THE TRAILER WAS PULLED OVER, AND WHEN CHANGING THE TIRE, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE OTHER 3 TIRES ONLY WORE ON THE INSIDE TREAD. THE TIRE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · July 8, 2006

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HITCHED TO A 2004 KEYSTONE LAREDO 284BH TRAVEL TRAILER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE SLIGHTLY COLLAPSED ON THE GROUND AND BOTH A FRAME BEAMS WERE EQUALLY BENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 17, 2010

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH ON DRY ROAD CONDITIONS, THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING AND WRAPPED ITSELF AROUND THE FRONT AXLE. THE TRAILER WAS PULLED OVER, AND WHEN CHANGING THE TIRE, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE OTHER 3 TIRES ONLY WORE ON THE INSIDE TREAD. THE TIRE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 8, 2006

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE KING PIN BOX AREA WELDS BEGAN TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SALES/SERVICE DEALER. THE FRAME MANUFACTURER AND THE TRAILER MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Trailer Hitch · August 30, 2006

“DEFECTIVE AXLES CAUSING SEVERE TIRE WEAR. I ALSO AM AWARE OF TWO OTHER LAREDO TRAILERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. ONE OF WHICH SUFFERED A TIRE FAILURE DUE TO THIS AXLE PROBLEM. *JB”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 3, 2006

2004 Keystone Laredo — common questions

Is the 2004 Keystone Laredo reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2004 Keystone Laredo have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2004 Keystone Laredo. 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 2004 compare to other Laredo years?

What are the most common 2004 Keystone Laredo problems?

Does the 2004 Keystone Laredo have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2004 Keystone Laredo — common questions

Is the 2004 Keystone Laredo reliable?

Does the 2004 Keystone Laredo have recalls?

Related