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2012 Keystone Cougar problems & recalls

NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2012 Keystone Cougar.

2Keystone recalls
5owner complaints
0reported crashes
0reported fires
0injuries

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Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.

Recalls filed by Keystone

Equipment, Tires #12V355000 · 2012 · 1,012 units

Problem: Keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 cougar 26sab and 29res recreational vehicles manufactured from october 5, 2009, through october 24, 2011. the rear bumper, which holds the spare tire assembly, may experience metal fatigue causing the spare tire to separate from the vehicle.

Risk: Over time, the bumper may fail and/or separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury and property damage.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement kit free of charge. the safety recall began on september 28, 2012. owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369.

Equipment #17V755000 · 2017 · 1,205,997 units

Problem: 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. a list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v755-5127.pdf. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher mode

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: 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. owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-574-535-2100, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information. keystone's number for this recall is 1

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners complain about

Structure3
Service Brakes1
Suspension1

Components named in 5 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.

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FAQ

Does the 2012 Keystone Cougar have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Keystone for the 2012 Cougar. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.

What are the most common 2012 Keystone Cougar problems?

In 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is structure.