2019 Keystone Cougar recalls and problems
The 2019 Keystone Cougar has 8 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Keystone dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2019 Keystone Cougar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2019 Keystone Cougar recalls
Recall 22V-209: Tires, Structure
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Cougar 29FKD travel trailers. Improper clearance may allow the tires to contact the outrigger, causing damage to the tires.
Risk: Damaged tires can fail, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will notch the existing outrigger and install an additional outrigger between the two tires to provide proper clearance, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2022. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 22-430.
Recall 21V-708: Equipment
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Dutchmen Aspen Trail, Coleman, Keystone Cougar, Bullet, Passport, Hideout, Springdale, Sprinter, 2019 Keystone Impact, Fuzion, Residence, Retreat, Summerland, and Dutchmen Kodiak recreational vehicles, equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Risk: Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters mailed February 25, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 21-414.
Recall 21V-380: Structure, Suspension
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Keystone Cougar 368MBI trailers. The frame rails do not have enough cross support, which could cause them to buckle under certain side-load stress conditions.
Risk: A buckled frame rail can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will add cross braces between each spring hanger and an outrigger between the tires on the off-door side of the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 21-411.
Recall 20V-398: Equipment
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Keystone Carbon, Cougar, Fuzion, Impact and Raptor fifth-wheel trailers equipped with a Furrion over the air (OTA) wing-style television antenna. The antenna may separate from the mounting base during transit, becoming a road hazard.
Risk: If the antenna detaches from the trailer while moving it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Furrion wing-style antenna with a Winegard dome-style antenna, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2020. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 20-381.
Recall 18V-843: Power Train
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019 Keystone Cougar, Outback, Passport, Springdale, Bullet and Hideout recreational trailers and 2019 Dutchmen Aerolite and Atlas recreational trailers. The inner hub bearings of the axles may not have been sufficiently greased, which can cause the bearings to overheat and fail.
Risk: If the bearings overheat, the hub may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the hubs and bearings, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2019. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-340.
Recall 18V-723: Suspension
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019 Dutchmen Aerolite and Atlas, Keystone Bullet, Laredo, Cougar, Hideout, Passport and Springdale, and Crossroads Sunset fifth wheels and travel trailers. The axles may be missing inner bearing races on the hubs, which can cause the bearing to burnout or cause the hub to overheat.
Risk: If the bearing cup is not installed it could lead to a bearing failure, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect axles for hub clearance. If the hub clearance is not sufficient, appropriate parts will be provided to correct the defect, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-334.
Recall 18V-383: Equipment
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Keystone Cougar recreational trailers equipped with an outdoor propane grill. The outdoor propane grill is installed in a wooden assembly that may not have enough clearance from the heated area.
Risk: If the wooden assembly is exposed to high temperatures, there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wooden assembly with a metal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-322.
Recall 18V-320: Equipment
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2019 Keystone Cougar fifth-wheel trailers, models 28SGS and 27RLS. The propane compartment may not have been sealed properly during manufacturing, which if there were a propane leak, could allow the propane gas to seep into the living quarters.
Risk: A propane leak into the living area can increase the risk of injury or fire.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will seal the inside of the LP compartment along the floor line and side wall, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 18-321.
2019 Keystone Cougar problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Equipment | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Parking Brake | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 2
- Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Plumbing — 1
- Structure › Body › Step/Ladder — 1
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
- Suspension › Multiple Axle — 1
- Power Train › Axle Assembly — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,500 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 2019 Keystone Cougar complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Keystone Cougar years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2019 Keystone Cougar have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2019 Keystone Cougar: 22V-209 (tires, structure), 21V-708 (equipment), 21V-380 (structure, suspension), 20V-398 (equipment), 18V-843 (power train) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2019 Keystone Cougar?
Owners report suspension problems most often (4 reports), followed by structure (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,500 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.