Recall
Keystone Cougar — 12V355000
NHTSA ID
12V355000
Make
Keystone
Model
Cougar
Years Affected
2010
Recall Date
2012-07-26
Component
EQUIPMENT
Units Affected
1,012
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
12-178
Summary
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.
Consequence
Over time, the bumper may fail and/or separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury and property damage.
Remedy
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.