CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Keystone Cougar has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (2 reports).
2017 Keystone Cougar recalls
Trailer Frame Can Buckle, Raising Crash Risk
Certain Keystone Cougar trailers from model years 2017 through 2021 have frame rails that lack enough cross support.
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.
Stabilizer Jacks May Detach From Trailer in Transit
Certain Keystone Cougar western edition trailers may have stabilizer jacks that were not properly welded to the chassis frame.
Wiring breaker may spark during reset, raising fire risk
Certain 2017 Keystone Cougar recreational trailers were built with a manual-resetting 12 volt circuit breaker that cannot be used near the trailer's liquid propane storage.
Missing smoke detector raises fire injury risk
Some trailers may have been equipped with two carbon monoxide detectors instead of one smoke detector and one carbon monoxide detector.
Propane Line May Leak and Create a Fire Risk
Certain 2017 Keystone Cougar fifth wheel trailers built between August 2 and October 28, 2016, may have a propane gas cross tube manifold that was installed in contact with the floor decking fasteners.
Wrong tires or labels may cause tire failure and crash risk
Certain 2017 Keystone Cougar recreational trailers, manufactured between July 15, 2016 and August 3, 2016, may have an incorrect Federal Identification Tag and Tire and Loading Information Label.
Most common 2017 Keystone Cougar problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Keystone Cougar Trailer. The contact stated that the slide island was leaning and the flooring in the middle of the RV was unstable. The RV was taken to the local service center, which discovered that three cross members had separated from the frame of the RV and caused severe damage to the frame. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact was advised that the RV frame was unrepairable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V380000 (STRUCTURE, SUSPENSION). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in
I JUST BOUGHT A NEW 5TH WHEEL COUGAR TRAVEL TRAILER LAST MAY. THE WHOLE BOTTOM FRAME IS BENDING AND DEGRADING BECAUSE I SUSPECT IT WAS MADE WITH CHEAP CHINESE STEEL. THE MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ISSUE AND IS BLAMING IT ON HITTING THE CURB WHICH IS PHYSICALLY IMPOSSIBLE. OTHER PEOPLE ON-LINE COMPLAIN OF SIMILAR FRAME FAILURE. THE RV INDUSTRY IS NOT PROPERLY REGULATED AND A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THIS FRAME COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE DEATH AND INJURY. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN THAT THING AND I JUST PURCHASED IT. PLEASE INVESTIGATE IT. *BF *TR
BATTERIES ARE NOT STORED PROPERLY NO BATTERY BOXES OR IMPROPER STRAP DOWNS
2017 Keystone Cougar questions
Does the 2017 Keystone Cougar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2017 Keystone Cougar: Trailer Frame Can Buckle, Raising Crash Risk; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge or spray in a fire; Stabilizer Jacks May Detach From Trailer in Transit; Wiring breaker may spark during reset, raising fire risk; Missing smoke detector raises fire injury risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Keystone Cougar?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (2), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.