2005 Keystone Sprinter problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2005 Keystone Sprinter — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 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 2005 compare to other Sprinter years?

Sprinter NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Keystone Sprinter problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Body & Structure	3	30%	▲ up
Tires & Wheels	3	30%	▼ down
Other	2	20%	— flat
Suspension	1	10%	▼ down
Trailer Hitch	1	10%	new

Does the 2005 Keystone Sprinter have recalls?

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

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.

08V325000OtherJuly 17, 2008 · 161,250 units

Defect

KEYSTONE IS RECALLING 161,250 MY 2004-2007 FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION. THE REFRIGERATOR MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.

Consequence

IF THIS SOLUTION IS EXPOSED TO AN IGNITION SOURCE UNDER CERTAIN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy

KEYSTONE IS WORKING WITH DOMETIC TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 08E032). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST THE OWNER 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 AT 1-866-425-4369.

05V424000Tires & WheelsSeptember 23, 2005 · 834 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS AND FIFTH WHEEL RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TREDIT 16" CHROME WHEELS, THE RIMS MAY HAVE POOR WELD QUALITY AND INSUFFICIENT PRESS FIT BETWEEN THE WHEEL RIM AND DISC.

Consequence

THE CENTER OF THE WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE RIM. THE WHEEL MAY WOBBLE AND CAUSE A VIBRATION OR THE MOUNTED TIRE COULD LOSE AIR CAUSING THE TIRE TO GO FLAT, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

KEYSTONE IS WORKING WITH TREDIT TIRE TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND HAVE THE WHEELS REPLACED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 15, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KEYSTONE AT 866-425-4369.

05V076000OtherMarch 8, 2005 · 2,168 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS AND FIFTH WHEEL RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, DURING PRODUCTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FURNACE MAY NOT BE SECURED AND THE GASKET THAT SEALS THE FURNACE TO THE FLOOR DUCT SYSTEM MAY BE MISSING.

Consequence

THE FURNACE COULD MOVE AWAY FROM THE OUTSIDE WALL AND DISCONNECT FROM THE EXHAUST OUTLET. IF THIS OCCURS, EXHAUST GASSES WILL ENTER THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FURNACE IS OPERATING WHICH COULD LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH FROM CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND INSTALL THE FURNACE CORRECTLY, SECURING IT TO THE FLOOR AND ADDING THE MISSING GASKET FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KEYSTONE AT 1-866-425-4369.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, THE TRAVEL TRAILER SWAYED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. THE TRAILERS STRUCTURE WAS INSPECTED BY A SERVICE DEALER, BUT THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHY THERE WERE SUCH POOR STABILITY AND NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. ”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · March 7, 2006

“SPARE TIRE ON OUR TRAVEL TRAILER HAS NEVER BEEN USED. MY HUSBAND WAS WORKING OUTSIDE AND HEARD A LARGE BOOM. THE SPARE TIRE ON THE SPARE TIRE HOLDER OF THE CAMPER HAD EXPLODED LEAVING A LARGE HOLE IN THE TIRE. WE ARE NOW VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THE TIRES ON THE TRAILER. IF THEY EXPLODE WHILE WE ARE IN…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 10, 2007

“2005 KEYSTONE SPRINTER COPPER CANYON RV AND DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR RECALL. CONSUMER STATES THAT DOMETIC WILL NOT REIMBURSE FOR THE REPAIR ON THE REFRIGERATOR. *NJ AMMONIA HAD LEAKED FROM A CRACKED WELD. THE CONSUMERS REIMBURSEMENT CLAIM WAS DENIED BECAUSE THE REPAIRS WERE NOT MADE WITHIN THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 30, 2008

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KEYSTONE SPRINTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT INCLUDE THE BRACE PLATES THAT WERE NEEDED TO CONNECT TO THE CAPTURE PLATE OF THE SUPER GLIDER HITCH. AS A RESULT, THE TRAILER BECAME UNHITCHED WHILE IN MOTION AND CAUSED A CRASH. AN INSPECTION REVEALED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Trailer Hitch · August 1, 2007 · crash

“TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES ON THE 2005 KEYSTONE SPRINTER RUBBED THE TOP OF THE WHEEL WELL. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO THE DESIGN OF THE TRAILER. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE WHEEL WAS TOO CLOSE TO THE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · August 1, 2006

2005 Keystone Sprinter — common questions

Is the 2005 Keystone Sprinter reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2005 Sprinter problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (3 complaints), tires & wheels (3 complaints), other (2 complaints).

Does the 2005 Keystone Sprinter have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2005 Keystone Sprinter. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2005 Keystone Sprinter under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

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 2005 compare to other Sprinter years?

What are the most common 2005 Keystone Sprinter problems?

Does the 2005 Keystone Sprinter have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2005 Keystone Sprinter — common questions

Is the 2005 Keystone Sprinter reliable?

What are the most common 2005 Sprinter problems?

Does the 2005 Keystone Sprinter have recalls?

Is the 2005 Keystone Sprinter under NHTSA investigation?

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