Keystone Cougar recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 27, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Keystone RV Company recalls 2017 Keystone Cougar

Recall number

17V206000

Brand / firm

Keystone

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 43 units

Why it was recalled

If the breaker sparks when it is being manually reset, it can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2017 Cougar recreational trailers, models 326RDS, 327RKL, 333MKS, 336BHS and 359MBI. These vehicles were built with a manual-resetting 12 volt circuit breaker, which cannot be used in close proximity to the liquid propane storage.

What to do

Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trailers and replace the breaker with one that automatically resets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-282.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.