NHTSA Recall 06V230000: Trailer hitches
KEYSTONE RV COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Keystone Outback.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V230000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 06-070 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | June 28, 2006 |
| Owner notification | June 21, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain travel trailers equipped with tekonsha emergency brake breakaway switches sold by cequent, an electrical switching component may cause the breakaway device to fail or to operate improperly.
Safety risk
In the case of a separation of the trailer from the towing vehicle, a failure of the breakaway switch may prevent the trailer brakes from activating possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the breakaway switches free of charge. These trailers are still located at the keystone rv manufacturing facility or in the possession of dealers.
Notes
Keystone recall no. 06-070.customers may also 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V230000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.