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2012 Keystone Montana problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 12 complaints on file for the 2012 Keystone Montana — 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.

12

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other Montana years?

Montana NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted17 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 1 complaints2001: 1 complaints2002: 11 complaints2003: 3 complaints2004: 8 complaints2005: 8 complaints2006: 11 complaints2007: 11 complaints2008: 6 complaints2009: 9 complaints2010: 14 complaints2011: 3 complaints2012: 12 complaints2013: 11 complaints2014: 17 complaints2015: 2 complaints2016: 10 complaints2017: 11 complaints2018: 7 complaints2019: 3 complaints2020: 3 complaints2021: 4 complaints2022: 13 complaints2023: 8 complaints2026: 1 complaints
Montana NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2012 Keystone Montana problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels1083%
Other18%
Body & Structure18%

Does the 2012 Keystone Montana 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.

“I PURCHASED A NEW5TH WHEEL RV IN JULY 2013 AND I HAVE HAD 2 TIRE BLOW OUTS WITHIN 8 MONTHS SINCE I BOUGHT IT. I ALWAYS CHECK AND MAINTAIN THE RECOMENDED 80 PSI COLD PRESSURE THAT THE TIRE CALLS FOR AND I KEEP MY HIGHWAY SPEED BELOW 65 MPH. IT APPEARS TO BE TREAD SEPERATION AND IT HAS DONE EXTENSIVE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 13, 2014

“ORIGINAL GOODYEAR MADE-IN-CHINA TIRES WERE WEARING UNEVENLY AFTER ONLY A FEW THOUSAND MILES. WE ARE OBSESSIVE ABOUT CHECKING AND ADJUSTING TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE EACH TRIP. EXPERTS RECOMMENDED CHECKING TRAILER AXLE ALIGNMENT, WHICH WE HAD TO DO AT OUR OWN EXPENSE EVEN THOUGH STILL UNDER WARRANTY. NO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 15, 2013

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KEYSTONE MONTANA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME FLEXES ON THE TRAILER WHICH WAS CAUSED INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO THE TRAILER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND THEY INFORMED HIM THAT THE FLEXING OF THE FRAME WAS WITHIN THE PARAMETERS OF THE DESIGN. THE VEHICLE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · February 25, 2012

2012 Keystone Montana — common questions

Is the 2012 Keystone Montana reliable?

The record is thin — 12 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2012 Montana problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (10 complaints), other (1 complaints), body & structure (1 complaints).

Does the 2012 Keystone Montana have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 Keystone Montana. 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.