2010 Keystone Cougar recalls and problems

The 2010 Keystone Cougar has 4 safety recalls and 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Keystone dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
10
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2010 Keystone Cougar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Keystone Cougar recalls

Recall 17V-755: Equipment

Reported Nov 22, 2017 · 1,205,997 vehicles affected · Keystone RV Company

Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling various 2003-2018 Crossroads, Dutchmen, and Keystone recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V755-5127.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Keystone will notify owners and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-574-535-2100, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-307.

Recall 12V-355: Equipment, Tires, Structure

Reported Jul 26, 2012 · 1,012 vehicles affected · KEYSTONE RV COMPANY

Problem: 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.

Risk: Over time, the bumper may fail and/or separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury and property damage.

Fix: 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.

Recall 11V-002: Trailer Hitches

Reported Jan 4, 2011 · 1,086 vehicles affected · KEYSTONE RV COMPANY

Problem: Keystone is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 cougar, laredo and outback travel trailers equipped with lippert component hitch couplers for lack of indentation on the forward edge of the coupler.

Risk: If the coupler is lacking the indent it will lead to an increased risk of trailer separation from the hitch ball while towing resulting in property damage and/or vehicle crash.

Fix: Owners are asked to inspect the hitch coupler for the correct stamping. If the hitch coupler is not formed correctly arrangements will be made to replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on january 24, 2011. Owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.

Recall 10V-063: Tires

Reported Feb 25, 2010 · 2,893 vehicles affected · KEYSTONE RV COMPANY

Problem: Keystone is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 cougar and laredo trailers and fifth wheel vehicles. These vehicles have experienced a limited number of failures with its spare tire carriers in particular, the spare tire carriers, when combined with a 16" spare tire and when installed on the bumper of a slide out bike/storage rack, may break or crack after time causing the spare tire to fall off.

Risk: If the tire carrier fails causing the tire to come loose, there is an increased risk of personal injury and property damage.

Fix: The remedy is to replace the spare tire carrier with a new spare tire carrier free of charge. The safety recall began onmarch 8, 2010. Owners may contact keystone at 1-866-425-4369.

2010 Keystone Cougar problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure5
Tires4
Trailer Hitches2
Equipment2
Wheels1
Unknown or Other1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Frame and Members — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,500 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 2010 Keystone Cougar complaints

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

Unknown or Other · reported May 6, 2026
Started to leave for a trip with our 2010 Keystone Cougar 27ft 5th Wheel, got about a block away and the trailer overhang portion was started to come down on the back of our truck so drove back home and unhooked the trailer. Discovered that we have a flex frame issue, broken welds in the overhang portion. Total failure of the pin box while towing! Posed significant road hazard if we had continued driving. The whole overhang portion would have fallen on top of our truck and caused a wreck. Opened a case file with Keystone about the upper deck frame flex failure. They did not offer any…
Tires · at 7,000 miles · reported Oct 23, 2015
We had three blow outs on our trailer tires during a trip this fall. The three blow outs occurred on three different dates. The tires are cooper omni st 235/80r16. The first blow out occurred 8/21/2015 on I-470 just past the denver airport. This blow out caused damage to the trailer on the passenger side of the vehicle. The second blow out occurred somewhere northeast of santa fe, nm on I-25. This blow out was on the driver's side of the vehicle. This blow out also caused damage to the trailer. The third blow out occurred approximately one mile west of the arkansas border on highway 412.…
Tires · at 2,500 miles · reported Jul 31, 2013
The contact owns a 2010 keystone cougar with towmaster tires, size: 235/80r/16e. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the rear driver, passenger and front passenger tire blew without warning. The failure occurred on three separate occasions within a one month period. The tires were replaced and the manufacturer was notified. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 2,500. The DOT number was not available.
Equipment · at 3,000 miles · reported Jan 15, 2013
The contact owns a 2010 keystone cougar rv. The contact stated that the rear bumper separated from the frame of the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 12v355000 (Structure:body:bumpers). The rv was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 3,000. Updated 01/30/13 pictures received. 01/31/13
Structure · reported Nov 19, 2012
The contact owns a 2002 gmc sierra. The vehicle was hitched to a 2010 keystone cougar fifth wheel trailer. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the front end of the frame was fractured in two places near the main hitch area. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The vehicle did not calculate mileage.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Keystone Cougar have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2010 Keystone Cougar: 17V-755 (equipment), 12V-355 (equipment, tires, structure), 11V-002 (trailer hitches), 10V-063 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Keystone Cougar?

Owners report structure problems most often (5 reports), followed by tires (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,500 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.