Keystone Cougar recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 7, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Keystone RV Company recalls 2017 Keystone Cougar, Laredo

Recall number

17V147000

Brand / firm

Keystone

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30 units

Why it was recalled

Without a smoke detector, in the event of a fire, the trailer occupants have an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2017 Cougar and Laredo recreational trailers. The affected vehicles may have been incorrectly equipped with two carbon monoxide detectors instead of one smoke detector and one carbon monoxide detector.

What to do

Keystone will notify owners and dealers will inspect the trailers and install a smoke detector, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for the recall is 17-279.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.