2002 Keystone Springdale problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 7 complaints on file for the 2002 Keystone Springdale — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2002 compare to other Springdale years?

Springdale NHTSA complaints by model year, 2002 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2002 Keystone Springdale problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	4	57%	— flat
Body & Structure	1	14%	— flat
Suspension	1	14%	— flat
Tires & Wheels	1	14%	▼ down

Does the 2002 Keystone Springdale have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07V134000OtherMarch 22, 2007 · 122,162 units

Defect

CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN CERTAIN TUBING IN THE REFRIGERATOR WHICH COULD ALLOW PRESSURIZED FLAMMABLE COOLANT SOLUTION TO BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

KEYSTONE RV WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURNER HOUSING AND THERMAL FUSES FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST YOU IN LOCATING DEALERSHIPS OR SERVICE CENTERS AND WILL PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH SCHEDULING OF APPOINTMENTS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOMETIC/STERICYCLE AT 1-888-446-5157 OR KEYSTONE RV AT 574-535-2100.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 KEYSTONE SPRINGDALE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON FEBRUARY 3, 2008 FOR THE DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR. HE CALLED THE DEALER THE SAME DAY AND WAS INFORMED TO GET AN ESTIMATE AND CALL THEM BACK. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN ESTIMATE AND CALLED THE DEALER BACK. SINCE THAT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 2, 2008

“OUR 2002 SPRINTER 30 FOOT TRAILER SPARE TIRE, A CARLISLE 225/75 R15 RANGE "D" EXPLODED ON OUR SPARE TIRE COACH CARRIER. WE CONTACTED MELINDA KELLY @ CARLISLE TIRES @ 1-[PHONE] EXT. 351 FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE ON THIS MATTER. WE HAVE STILL NOT RESOLVED THIS ISSUE AND HAVE 4 MORE OF THESE EXPLODING…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · May 17, 2004

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 KEYSTONE SPRINGDALE TRAILER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH A SPARE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY STATED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · March 26, 2010

“TL* - THE CONTACT HAS A KEYSTONE SPRINGDALE CAMPER AND THE SIDING PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH. .THE CONTACT TOOK THE CAMPER TO THE DEALER, AND THE MANUFACTURER TOLD THEM THAT IT HAD A 12 YEAR STRUCTURE WARRANTY, AND THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED.*AK”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · December 5, 2006

2002 Keystone Springdale — common questions

Is the 2002 Keystone Springdale reliable?

The record is thin — 7 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2002 Keystone Springdale have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2002 Keystone Springdale. 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 2002 compare to other Springdale years?

What are the most common 2002 Keystone Springdale problems?

Does the 2002 Keystone Springdale have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2002 Keystone Springdale — common questions

Is the 2002 Keystone Springdale reliable?

Does the 2002 Keystone Springdale have recalls?

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