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08-22-2022, 12:25 PM
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Junior Member
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Location: St. Charles
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Awning
Hi All,
Has anyone ever have something like this happen?
Thanks,
Brad
2020 Keystone Hideout 232LHS
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08-22-2022, 12:47 PM
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There was a recall on many brands for awnings coming apart there and failing. It was considered a safety issue if the awning hit your head. Think it was in RV Life online magazine.
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2006 F350 CC 4WD 6.0L
2002 Keystone Cougar 278
2006 GL1800 Roadsmith Trike
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08-22-2022, 02:15 PM
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Site Team
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That looks like it hit a tree branch or something else and tore the fabric.
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Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
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08-22-2022, 02:26 PM
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Not uncommon for awnings to wear thin and simply rip out, at all sorts of different places. No way to fix that. You'll just need to replace the awning with a new one.
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2014 Chevy Duramax HD 6.6 - 3500 Diesel Dully Long bed Crew Cab
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08-22-2022, 03:27 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckster57
That looks like it hit a tree branch or something else and tore the fabric.
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Many manufacturers have recalls on awnings.... not limited to Keystone.
https://camperreport.com/rv-recalls-2022/
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2006 F350 CC 4WD 6.0L
2002 Keystone Cougar 278
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08-22-2022, 04:02 PM
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I would reach out to Keystone CS and to the awning mfg and see if there's any recall or assistance that they may offer.
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Marshall
2012 Laredo 303 TG
2010 F250 LT Super Cab, long bed, 4X4, 6.4 Turbo Diesel
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08-22-2022, 04:10 PM
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The post in this thread from NC Camper addresses a recall for the awning. It appears to apply to 2022 models but it speaks directly to what appears has happened to your awning. I would be contacting Keystone and the manufacturer as has been suggested and push the point unless that tear is not on that seam;
https://www.keystoneforums.com/forum...287#post514287
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2019 Ram 3500 Laramie CC SWB SB 6.4 4x4 4.10
2020 Montana High Country 331RL
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08-22-2022, 06:45 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wiredgeorge
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Looks to me like the recall is for a seam failure. OP’s failure is not on a seam. Look at the second picture, the “tear” is in at least two layers at the same spot.
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2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel.
Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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08-22-2022, 08:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chuckster57
Looks to me like the recall is for a seam failure. OP’s failure is not on a seam. Look at the second picture, the “tear” is in at least two layers at the same spot.
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Right, the tear/rip is no where nea4 the seam.
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08-23-2022, 04:17 AM
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The OP's awning appears to have been "torn through at least 2 layers while the awning was rolled up"... Probably from hitting something that scraped along the awning while towing. The recall is for an "electronically welded seam failure" and does not apply to damaged/cut awning fabric.
It might be worth a try to see if the dealership can get the awning manufacturer to replace the fabric, but I'd make a guess that they won't "bite the bait" on what looks to be a damaged awning caused by hitting something...
Keep in mind that OEM fabric is usually 3 or 4 times more expensive than aftermarket fabric of the same quality. Amazon and EBay sell replacement awning fabric for around $100-150, depending on the length of the fabric needed. Most OEM fabric is in the $500 and up range.
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2015 F250 6.7l 4x4
2014 Cougar X Lite 27RKS
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08-23-2022, 07:12 AM
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After looking at the photos on my computer monitor it definitely appears to be an impact tear. As stated, you can get quality replacement fabric on line. If you have 2 ladders and a friend it's not a terrible DIY project.
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Marshall
2012 Laredo 303 TG
2010 F250 LT Super Cab, long bed, 4X4, 6.4 Turbo Diesel
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08-23-2022, 08:25 AM
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Check Shade Pro or Tuff Tops online for good quality replacement fabric. Both are good sources, I used SP & mu buddy used TTs. With 2 people with 2 ladders it's about am hour job.
Just don't let the roller tube spin freely or that hour could much longer
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08-26-2022, 03:40 PM
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Rv awning Mart 141$ to your front door
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