Keystone Cougar recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 22, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Keystone RV Company recalls 2017 Keystone Cougar

Recall number

16V609000

Brand / firm

Keystone

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 99 units

Why it was recalled

If tires of an incorrect load range are installed, tire failure may result, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control, and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cougar recreational trailers, models CG28SGS17, CG28RDB17, CG28RKS17, CG29RES17, CG29RLI17 and CG28DBI17, manufactured July 15, 2016, to August 3, 2016. The affected trailers have a Federal Identification Tag and Tire and Loading Information Label with incorrect information. Additionally, tires with the wrong load range may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

What to do

Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tires and/or Federal Identification Tag if it is incorrect, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2016. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 16-262.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.