2017 Keystone Montana Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 16miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Keystone Montana (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2017 Keystone Montana. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 4 complaints (50% of the total), followed by body and structure (3) and brakes (1). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 16 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 3 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown4 50%
- Body and structure3 38%
- Brakes1 13%
- Equipment1 13%
- Suspension1 13%
- Tires1 13%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “Sloppy assembly at the plant. the brace was installed TOO far from the grey holding tank and at an angle. The weight of the tank bent the frame member allowing the tank to fall out of its location. I called the factory they were ZERO help. if this tank full falls out of the coach while its going down the road someone could be killed. 39 gallons at 8.34 lbs per gallon equals 325 lbs that could hit another vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11455188, filed 2022-03Body and structure: “The contact owns a 2017 Keystone Montana. The contact stated that the side curtains installed had sharp, protruding steel pieces coming out of them. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30.”
NHTSA complaint #11003398, filed 2017-07, 30 milesBrakes: “The brake wiring was installed from the factory in such a manner that resulted in damaged insulation, disconnected wires and damaged parts. This created intermittent shorting, resulting in loss of all braking on the trailer.”
NHTSA complaint #10984601, filed 2017-05, 1 milesEquipment: “The contact owns a 2017 Keystone Montana equipped with a High Pointe EC942KIW RV Over-the-Range Convection Microwave - 1.5 C/F. The contact stated that upon the start of the microwave, a spark emitted from the microwave. The contact immediately stopped that microwave and unplugged the microwave from the electrical unit. The contact also stated that she noticed a black, burn spot on the back of the microwave where the electrical wire connects. The contact called the microwave manufacturer and they offered no assistance. The microwave had yet to be inspected or replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11435511, filed 2021-10Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1 and 30 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V755000Nov 22, 2017EquipmentCovers: Keystone Montana 2003–2018, Outback 2003–2018, Cougar 2003–2018 +58 more
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…
Recall details for the 2017 Keystone Montana → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10169048Dec 10, 2019Body and structure, Equipment. Letter to dealers for KSB-191007. This process describes the repair where under certain temperature conditions the Norco slide cable system gearbox may leak oil/grease on the slide roof membrane…
- 10169047Dec 10, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. This is the repair instructions for KSB-191007. This process describes the repair where under certain temperature conditions the Norco slide cable system gearbox may leak oil/grease on the slide…
- 10153027Jan 17, 2019Body and structure. This is the repair instructions for KSB-190116. This process describes the repair where under certain conditions the Dometic Blizzard air conditioner may leak water into the living space of the RV…
Other model years of the Keystone Montana
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 7 | 12,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 5 | 2,282 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 8 | 16 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 9 | 5,500 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 11 | 3,000 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 9 | 6,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 11 | 4,500 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 12 | 3,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 9 | 12,500 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 10 | 3,200 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 10 | 8,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 6 | 9,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 7 | 5,500 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 7 | 3,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Keystone Montana model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Keystone Montana have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2017 Keystone Montana as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Keystone Montana is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 4 complaints (50% of the total), followed by body and structure with 3.
Has the 2017 Keystone Montana been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Keystone Montana reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 16 miles and the middle half falls between 1 and 30 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.