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2022 Keystone Outback problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2022 Keystone Outback — 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other Outback years?

Outback NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted12 complaints2002: 2 complaints2003: 3 complaints2004: 4 complaints2005: 6 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 12 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 2 complaints2011: 6 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 2 complaints2014: 3 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 5 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 2 complaints2022: 3 complaints2023: 1 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints
Outback NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Keystone Outback problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other133%
Body & Structure133%
Tires & Wheels133%

Does the 2022 Keystone Outback have recalls?

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

22V604000OtherAugust 9, 2022 · 20,610 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2022 Dutchmen Aspen Trail, Coleman, Colorado, Voltage, Yukon, Keystone Carbon, Cougar, Hideout, Montana, Outback, Passport, Raptor, Retreat, Springdale, Sprinter and 2022-2023 Keystone Bullet travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

Consequence

An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will repair or replace the awning fabric, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 22-434.

22V195000OtherMarch 28, 2022 · 1,155 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2022 Bullet, Outback, and Passport travel trailers. The coupler hitch may have been welded improperly, which can cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.

Consequence

Trailer separation from a tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the welds, and replace the coupler if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 22-427.

22V144000OtherMarch 11, 2022 · 39,240 units

Defect

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2022 Keystone Arcadia, Carbon, Alpine, Avalanche, Cougar, Fuzion, High Country Montana, Hideout, Impact, Montana, Outback, Passport, Raptor, Springdale, and 2021-2022 Sprinter and Bullet fifth wheel and travel trailers. The solar controller may be incorrectly wired, causing certain components and safety alarms, such as carbon monoxide and propane gas detectors, to become inoperable.

Consequence

Inoperable safety alarms increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect voltage readings and correct the wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2022. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 22-423.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2022 Keystone Outback RV. The contact stated that the awning on the front passenger’s side had separated from the RV. The dealer was contacted and stated that the failure was not under recall and the repair would not be covered under warranty. The manufacturer was not…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · March 14, 2023

“The contact owns a 2022 Keystone Outback RV. The contact stated that the awning on the front passenger’s side had separated from the RV. The dealer was contacted and stated that the failure was not under recall and the repair would not be covered under warranty. The manufacturer was not…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 14, 2023

2022 Keystone Outback — common questions

Is the 2022 Keystone Outback reliable?

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

Does the 2022 Keystone Outback have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Keystone Outback. 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.