NHTSA Recall 13V305000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
Keystone RV Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 239 vehicles. It affects 2013–2014 Keystone Laredo.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V305000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13-194 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | July 10, 2013 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Keystone RV is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Laredo Fifth Wheel vehicles, models 270SRL, 280SBH, 290SRE and 293SBH, manufactured March 6, 2013, through June 27, 2013. The battery box has inadequate support for the battery and the box may fall out of position during travel.
Safety risk
The battery box may fall out of position resulting in electrical shorts which may lead to a fire. Also, the battery box may fall from the vehicle creating a road hazard.
Remedy
Keystone RV will notify owners and will install a battery box mounting reinforcement kit, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2013. Owners may contact Keystone Customer Service by calling 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's identification code for this recall is 13-194.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V305000
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.