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2001 Keystone Cougar recalls and problems

The 2001 Keystone Cougar has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Keystone dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Keystone Cougar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Keystone Cougar recalls

Recall 07V-134: Equipment

Reported Mar 22, 2007 · 122,162 vehicles affected · KEYSTONE RV COMPANY

Problem: Certain fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in certain tubing in the refrigerator which could allow pressurized flammable coolant solution to be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: This could result in a fire.

Fix: Keystone rv will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burner housing and thermal fuses free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or keystone rv at 574-535-2100.

2001 Keystone Cougar problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension2
Tires1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Suspension › Front › Springs › Leaf Spring Assembly — 1
  • Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf Spring Assembly — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Keystone Cougar complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Equipment · reported Jul 24, 2008
2001 keystone cougar rv had refrigerators failure. Consumer wants to know why his claim for reimbursement was denied. There was a yellow discoloration at the back side of the unit. The consumer received a denial letter which stated the pre-notification repair occurred earlier than august 25, 2005.
Suspension · at 60,000 miles · reported Sep 26, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 62 MPH, the trailer dipped on the rear passenger side. The vehicle was pulled over and the contact determined the main leaf spring was fractured. The trailer was towed to an independent repair shop, who replaced the spring. A year later the driver side had the same problem and that spring was replaced. Then, the front axle springs fractured simultaneously. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, and both springs were replaced. The problem occurred another time on the driver side rear leaf assembly, which was the only assembly repaired with a…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Keystone Cougar have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Keystone Cougar: 07V-134 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Keystone Cougar?

Owners report suspension problems most often (2 reports), followed by tires (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 miles.

Are Keystone recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Keystone dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.