NHTSA Recall 12V355000: Equipment and 2 other components
KEYSTONE RV COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,012 vehicles. It affects 2010–2012 Keystone Cougar.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V355000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12-178 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT; TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE; STRUCTURE › BODY › BUMPERS |
| Report received | July 26, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 28, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Over time, the bumper may fail and/or separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury and property damage.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Keystone's recall campaign number is 12-178.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V355000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.