CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Keystone Cougar has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).
2006 Keystone Cougar recalls
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or spray in a fire
Some Kidde plastic-handle and push-button fire extinguishers installed in these recreational trailers may become clogged, so they may not discharge as expected, or may require excessive force to activate.
Most common 2006 Keystone Cougar problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KEYSTONE COUGAR 314 EFS RV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SOUTH COUNTRY RV REPAIR (541-863-3826) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT FRAME AND KINGPIN SEPARATED DUE TO POOR METAL AND WELDING. THE RV WAS REPAIRED AND THE FRAME AND KINGPIN WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KEYSTONE COUGAR FIFTH WHEEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE FRESHWATER TANK PUNCTURE THROUGH. THE TRAILER WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO VERIFIED THAT THE BOLTS PUNCTURED HOLES IN THE TANK AND AS A RESULT, THE TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2006 KEYSTONE COUGAR FIFTH WHEEL WITH DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR PROBLEM. *NJ WHEN THE CONSUMER INSPECTED THE REFRIGERATOR, HE DISCOVERED A YELLOW RESIDUE AT THE REAR OF THE UNIT. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY CUSTOMER SERVICE THEY WOULD ONLY PAY TO HAVE A KIT INSTALLED, NOT TO REPAIR THE REFRIGERATOR. *JB
WAITING ON DOMETIC REPAIR APPROVAL, HAS BEEN SINCE JULY 14,2008 FIRST TIME I CALLED. CALLED ON JULY 21, 2008 AND AGAIN ON JULY 22, 2008 TRYING TO FIND OUT WHEN WE ARE GOING TO BE APPROVED FOR REPAIR SERVICE AT OUR CAMPSITE FOR OUR DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR. NEED REFRIGERATOR RUNNING TO KEEP MEDICATION THAT IS NEEDED COLD. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. *TR
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE TRAVEL TRAILER HAD A FORMALDEHYDE SMELL COMING FROM THE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL. THE FORMALDEHYDE CAUSED THE CONTACT TO BE SICK FOR ONE WEEK AND THE EPA STATED THAT FORMALDEHYDE COULD CAUSE CANCER AND RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS. THE DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE TRAILER HAD THIS PROBLEM, BUT COULD NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT AND THE ODOR WOULD GO AWAY IN TWO YEARS. THE MANUFACTURER DENIED THE CLAIM.*AK UPDATED 10/31/2006 - THE CAMPER WAS TESTED AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VAPOR WAS ABOVE THE EPA'S RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE . THE CAMPER REGISTERED, AT IT'S HIGHEST LEVEL, 0.46 PPM AND THE RECOMMENDED LIMIT IS 0.1 PPM. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER AND ASKED THAT THE MANU
2006 Keystone Cougar questions
Does the 2006 Keystone Cougar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Keystone Cougar: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or spray in a fire; Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer; Suspension; Wheels:Rim. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Keystone Cougar?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Equipment (2), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Keystone Cougar has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.