NHTSA Recall 18V843000: Axle hubs (power train)
Keystone RV Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 982 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Dutchmen Aerolite.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V843000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18-340 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE HUBS |
| Report received | November 28, 2018 |
| Owner notification | January 16, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019 Keystone Cougar, Outback, Passport, Springdale, Bullet and Hideout recreational trailers and 2019 Dutchmen Aerolite and Atlas recreational trailers. The inner hub bearings of the axles may not have been sufficiently greased, which can cause the bearings to overheat and fail.
Safety risk
If the bearings overheat, the hub may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the hubs and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2019. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-340.
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 18V843000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dutchmen Aerolite | 2019 |
| Dutchmen Atlas | 2019 |
| Keystone Bullet | 2019 |
| Keystone Cougar | 2019 |
| Keystone Hideout | 2019 |
| Keystone Outback | 2019 |
| Keystone Passport | 2019 |
| Keystone Springdale | 2019 |
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.