Unprotected light ends may cause electrical short
Defect Summary
Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 dutchmen kodiak recreational trailers manufactured june 10, 2015 through april 6, 2016. in the affected vehicles, the two sections of led rope lights that serve as backlighting for the countertop each have exposed ends which may short against each other, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Keystone notified owners, and dealers will install a heat shrink tube over one of the led rope light ends, free of charge. the recall began on june 8, 2016. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. keystone's number for this recall is 16-255.
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Other recalls from Keystone Rv Company or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 16V402000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V402000?
NHTSA recall 16V402000 was issued by Keystone Rv Company on June 3, 2016. It addresses: Unprotected light ends may cause electrical short. The recall affects approximately 135 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Keystone Rv Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V402000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16-255. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.