2021 Keystone Cougar recalls and problems
The 2021 Keystone Cougar has 7 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Keystone dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2021 Keystone Cougar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2021 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 21V-178: Electrical System
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2021 Cougar 29MBS, 30RLS, 315RLS, 316RLS, 32BHS, 353SRX, 364BHL, and 368MBI trailers equipped with the Off the Grid (OTG) Solar package. The inverter may have been incorrectly wired, causing power to energize the shore power connection, when in use.
Risk: An energized shore power connection can cause an electrical shock, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will test the inverter function, and rewire it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 21-403.
Recall 20V-801: Electrical System
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2021 Cougar 22MLS, 22RBS, 25RDS, 26RBS, 26RKS, 27RES, 29BHS, 30RKD, 31MBS, 32RLI and 34TSB recreational trailers equipped with a Solar Prep or an off-the-grid "OTG" Solar Camping Package. The Solar Prep wiring to the 12VDC breakers located by the battery may not be connected to the protected side of the breaker.
Risk: Since it is not connected properly to the breaker, if the Solar Prep wiring experiences an electrical short, it will increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the Solar Prep wiring at the circuit breaker mounted close to the battery and remount the wiring if needed, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 21-392.
Recall 20V-670: Equipment
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Cougar trailers equipped with the Off the Grid (OTG) Solar package. The inverter may have been incorrectly wired, causing power to energize the shore power connection, when in use.
Risk: If the inverter is turned on, and energizes the shore power connection, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will test the function of the inverter and rewire it as needed, free of charge. The recall began November, 18, 2020. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 20-389.
Recall 20V-302: Equipment
Problem: Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Cougar travel trailers, model 24RDS, equipped with a Furrion range cook top. The interior range cooktop is installed in a cabinet that may not be entirely sealed from the furnace cavity. As a result, during furnace operation, the interior range cooktop burner flame may invert.
Risk: If the cooktop burner flames invert, there is an increased risk of a fire and injury.
Fix: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the interior range cooktop with the furnace running, installing a plywood panel to seal it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 20-377.
2021 Keystone Cougar problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 400 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 2021 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 2021 Keystone Cougar have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2021 Keystone Cougar: 22V-209 (tires, structure), 21V-708 (equipment), 21V-380 (structure, suspension), 21V-178 (electrical system), 20V-801 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Keystone Cougar?
Owners report tires problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 400 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.