Is the 2008 Keystone Raptor reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Keystone Raptor?

The most-reported component is equipment, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Keystone Raptor have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2008 Keystone Raptor

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2008 Keystone Raptor
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:59.242Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 4
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2008: 4 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2004	0
2005	5
2006	2
2007	8
2008	4
2009	7
2010	2
2011	2
2012	5
2013	10
2014	1
2015	3
2016	0
2017	2
2018	1
2019	2
2020	0
2021	1
2022	1
2023	0
2024	0
2025	1
2026	0

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Equipment

3 of 4 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Keystone Raptor trailer. The contact stated that an odor of propane fuel was inside the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was found that the propane line was damaged by constant contact with the tire, which caused it to leak.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-06

2008 Keystone Raptor 3600RL has safety problems with the rockers, hardware, and axles. *nj the consumer believed the rockers, hardware and axles were too lightweight to carry a load that was being put onto them.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-29

Also filed under Suspension and structure

Suspension

2 of 4 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing u-bolt, leaf spring to axle.

Structure

1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure.

Equipment adaptive/mobility

1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment adaptive/mobility.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2008-03-31Equipment08V132000 Keystone rv is recalling 125 my 2008 Raptor fifth wheel travel trailers. The propane hose for the slide room was installed too close to the tire. The propane line may become damaged by contact…

Remedy: Dealers will reroute the propane hose away from the tire. The recall began on March 31, 2008. Owners may contact Keystone rv at 1-866-425-4369.

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2015-10-08Electrical system15V561000 Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Big Sky, Challenger, Everest, Fuzion, Montana, and Raptor travel trailers and fifth wheels equipped with an IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch.

Remedy: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IOTA ITS-50R transfer switch with a different brand transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015.

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2017-11-02Equipment17V597000 Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Raptor recreational vehicles, models 3110 and 3018, equipped with IOTA ITS-50R transfer switches.

Remedy: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-301.

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2018-01-15Equipment17V755000 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.

Remedy: Keystone will notify owners and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018.

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Buy-smart checklist

2008 Keystone Raptor — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Equipment: 3 reports on file for this year.
Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 08V132000 · Equipment
Recall 15V561000 · Electrical system
Recall 17V597000 · Equipment
Recall 17V755000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 2008 Keystone Raptor reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Keystone Raptor?: The most-reported component is equipment, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Keystone Raptor have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.