Recall 06V-257: 2007 Keystone Cougar

KEYSTONE RV COMPANY recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Jul 14, 2006, covering about 72 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-257
Report date
Jul 14, 2006
Vehicles affected
72
Owners notified
Aug 3, 2006

The problem

Certain fifth wheel trailers may have been manufactured with axle springs that were rated for 4400 lbs. Per axle instead of 52oo lbs.

The risk

The axle springs may fail due to being overloaded if the vehicle is loaded beyond the capacity of the springs.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the axle spring with springs rated at 5200 lbs. Per axle free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2006. Owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369.

Notes

Keystone recall no. 06-072.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerKEYSTONE RV COMPANY
ComponentSuspension
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V257000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Keystone Cougar2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-257?

Certain fifth wheel trailers may have been manufactured with axle springs that were rated for 4400 lbs. Per axle instead of 52oo lbs.

How is recall 06V-257 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace the axle spring with springs rated at 5200 lbs. Per axle free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2006. Owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.