Recall 12V-247: 2012–2013 Keystone Vantage

The problem

Keystone rv companies (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 vantage recreational vehicles manufactured from october 12, 2011, through may 7, 2012. These vehicles were manufactured without protective (A.k.a. Gimp) molding on the metal around the holding tank valves.

The risk

As a result, the user may suffer cuts to hands and arms when reaching past the sharp edges of the access cut-out in order to operate the holding tank valves.

The fix

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install the protective gimp molding around the access area for the holding tank valves, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 29, 2012. Owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369.

Notes

Keystoneâ’s recall campaign number is 12-175.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

Vehicles in this recall

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-247?

Keystone rv companies (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 vantage recreational vehicles manufactured from october 12, 2011, through may 7, 2012. These vehicles were manufactured without protective (A.k.a. Gimp) molding on the metal around the holding tank valves.

How is recall 12V-247 fixed?

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install the protective gimp molding around the access area for the holding tank valves, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 29, 2012. Owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.