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2026 Keystone Montana problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2026 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.

1

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2026 compare to other Montana years?

Montana NHTSA complaints by model year, 2026 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, 2026 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2026 Keystone Montana problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure1100%

Does the 2026 Keystone Montana have recalls?

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

26V313000SuspensionMay 18, 2026 · 926 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2024 Cougar, 2025-2026 Alpine, 2026 Montana, and Walkabout recreational trailers. The shock bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.

Consequence

Loose shock bolts may cause a loss of vehicle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the shock bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2026. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 26-483.

26V211000Body & StructureApril 2, 2026 · 172 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2026 Montana fifth wheel recreational trailers. The underbelly may be improperly secured, causing it to detach.

Consequence

A detached underbelly can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install C-channels and I-beams to secure the underbelly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2026. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 26-482. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 28, 2026.

26V161000Electrical SystemMarch 18, 2026 · 74 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2026 Montana fifth wheel recreational trailers. The 12-volt and 120-volt wiring may be improperly secured. The wires may be pinched and damaged when the bedroom slide-out moves.

Consequence

Damaged wiring may cause an electrical fault, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will properly secure the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 26-480. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 15, 2026.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The drive to lower the spare tire is on driver side of the 5th wheel camper. If you have a flat and pull off the road you will be lowering the tire on the same side of oncoming traffic. GOOD CHANCE OF GETTING HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 2, 2026

2026 Keystone Montana — common questions

Is the 2026 Keystone Montana reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2026 Keystone Montana have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2026 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.