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2018 Keystone Montana problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 7 complaints on file for the 2018 Keystone Montana — 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.

7

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Montana years?

Montana NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 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, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Keystone Montana problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure571%
Electrical System114%
Other114%

Does the 2018 Keystone Montana have recalls?

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

19V129000OtherFebruary 26, 2019 · 1,535 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019 Alpine and High Country Montana recreational trailers and 2018-2019 Avalanche and Montana recreational trailers equipped with cargo trays. The rivets that secure the stop bracket to the cargo tray may shear allowing the cargo tray to detach.

Consequence

If the cargo tray detaches, the tray may hit someone, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Keystone RV has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected fasteners, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2019. Owners may contact Keystone RV's customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone RV's number for this recall is 19-347.

18V313000Electrical SystemMay 14, 2018 · 313 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018 Keystone Montana fifth-wheel trailers. The switch for the slide-out room may not have circuit-protection.

Consequence

Without circuit protection, if the slide-out switch wiring shorts to ground, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install a inline fuse for that circuit, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-320.

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.

“The side wall became separated from the frame. There is a now cracks on the side wall and the interior has came apart. When hooking up the camper to the truck there is flex’s in the frame and potential for water intuition. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 1, 2018

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 KEYSTONE MONTANA. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE RV SLIDE OUT WAS SLIDING OUT FROM THE BOTTOM, THE SIDE PANEL WAS DETACHING, AND THE WHEEL WELL STARTED TO BEND, FLAP, AND DETACH DUE TO ONE SCREW POPPING OUT. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GROUND FAULT ELECTRICAL AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 15, 2019

“This 5th wheel RV has a damaged chassis such as broken structural welds and bent or twisted and/or cracked frame members. Most damage is in the pin box area and includes the structural members that support the house. Damage extends rearward to the structure that connects the pin box frame to the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · August 1, 2023

2018 Keystone Montana — common questions

Is the 2018 Keystone Montana reliable?

The record is thin — 7 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 Montana have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 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.