2019 Keystone Outback problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2019 Keystone Outback — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Outback years?

Outback NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Keystone Outback problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Body & Structure	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2019 Keystone Outback have recalls?

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

20V715000Body & StructureNovember 18, 2020 · 1,296 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Outback 335CG and 340BH recreational trailers. A section of the frame rail may have inadequate support where the draw bar is attached, allowing the frame rail to buckle.

Consequence

A buckled frame may fail and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will add reinforcement plates to the existing frame, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 20-391.

18V843000TransmissionNovember 28, 2018 · 982 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019 Keystone Cougar, Outback, Passport, Springdale, Bullet and Hideout recreational trailers and 2019 Dutchmen Aerolite and Atlas recreational trailers. The inner hub bearings of the axles may not have been sufficiently greased, which can cause the bearings to overheat and fail.

Consequence

If the bearings overheat, the hub may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the hubs and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2019. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-340.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2019 Keystone Outback travel trailer. The contact stated that after driving over a bump in the road at approximately 50 MPH, the driver was informed by another motorist that the front-end of the trailer appeared to be extremely low to the ground. After stopping and inspecting the…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · September 17, 2021

2019 Keystone Outback — common questions

Is the 2019 Keystone Outback reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Keystone Outback have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Keystone Outback. 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 2019 compare to other Outback years?

What are the most common 2019 Keystone Outback problems?

Does the 2019 Keystone Outback have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2019 Keystone Outback — common questions

Is the 2019 Keystone Outback reliable?

Does the 2019 Keystone Outback have recalls?

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