Recall 12V355000: 2010–2012 Keystone Cougar

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jul 26, 2012
Vehicles affected
1,012
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The 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.

The risk

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

The 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.

Notes

Keystone's recall campaign number is 12-178.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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V355000
Manufacturer campaign
12-178
Manufacturer
KEYSTONE RV COMPANY
Owner letters
Sep 28, 2012
Components
Equipment (Other / Unknown); Structure:body:bumpers (Body & Structure); Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire (Wheels & Tires)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology