- The problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling various 2003-2018 Crossroads, Dutchmen, and Keystone recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V755-5127.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Keystone will notify owners and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-574-535-2100, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-307.
Vehicle safety record
2015 Keystone Cougar Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2015 Keystone Cougar with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (2) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2014 has 4 and the 2016 has 5.
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CAbout as many problems as a typical Cougar year, for its age
#293 most complained-about 2015 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2015 Keystone Cougar problems
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2015 Keystone Cougar recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2015 Keystone Sprinter, Cougar, Montana, Montana High Country, Outback, Bullet, Avalanche, Alpine, Fuzion, Impact, Laredo, Raptor, Carbon, and Passport, and Dutchmen Kodiak, Aerolite, Denali, and Voltage vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the screws that attach the expanding room to the sliding mechanism cable may fail allowing the room to extend unintentionally while the vehicle is in motion.
- The risk
- If the room extends while vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Keystone has notified owners, and dealers will replace the screws that secure the drive chain, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-225.
- The problem
- Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Keystone Sprinter, Springdale, Bullet, Cougar, Hideout, and Passport trailers and 2015-2016 Dutchmen Aspen, Coleman, Denali, Razorback, Rubicon, and Voltage trailers. For a full list of the specific models and floor plans affected, see RCLRPT-15V207-4161.PDF under Associated Documents. In the affected trailers, the studs that are used to attach the wheels to the axle hubs may break.
- The risk
- If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel hubs, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 15-230.
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5 complaints about the 2015 Keystone Cougar
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Only event so far, a properly inflated tire had the tread come off the casing at about 7000 miles at 60 mph. I replaced the oem load range 'd' tires with load range 'e' tires.These oem tires at 2540# give a scant 160# safety margin. In july while doing maintenance for a 1500 mile trip I read the axle tags so I could obtain the correct seals for the hub bearings. The axles are rated 4400# each times 2 is 8800#. The gvw rating for the trailer is 10,000#. So if this 5th wheel is traveling fully loaded it is 1200# over the capacity of the installed axles. I am a certified auto technician, I find this unsafe, especially with the large hills here in north carolina.
I have a 2015 keystone cougar fifth wheel trailer and had a failure of the spare tire carrier that is mounted to the bumper of a pull out bike/storage tray. The spare tire carrier broke off and the tire could have caused terrible danger to another vehicle, but fortunately that did not occur. I got no response from keystone or guidance on how to resolve the issue. I see that there was a recall in 2/25/10 for the same issue on keystone fifth wheels. How does this keep happening. I am unsure how to mount the...
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spare tire safely now and keystone will not help. I am concerned if I buy another carrier and place it back on the bumper the same thing will eventually happen again and it could kill someone on the road if it came off. Thanks for your attention.
From the time I left the dealer lot, I never had brakes that worked properly. Increasing the output from the brake controller didn't help. The brakes would over heat and never felt that I had enough brake to stop the trailer/truck. Had the brakes checked by several rv dealers which led to an adjust only. Recent trip caused "hot" brakes/wheels and brake smell. Went to a facility that specializes in rv repair and told them to tear the system apart and fix the problem. They found not enough voltage at brakes. ...
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Further investigation found excessive length and small gage wire installed by manufacturer. Not enough current going to brakes. Keystone installed 14 gage wire and it should have been 12 gage.
The spare tire holder mounted on the rear bumper broke while traveling on the interstate at 70 mph in heavy traffic. We were shocked to see how light it was made after it broke. No injuries happen but this could have easily turned out differently. We did not find our spare tire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 keystone cougar fifth wheel. While driving 60 mph, the hanger that held the driver side spring detached. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Keystone Cougar: every year compared
All Cougar years2015 Keystone Cougar vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Keystone Cougar | 5 | 3 | C | |
| 2015 Keystone Alpine | 3 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Keystone Laredo | 3 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2015 Keystone Montana High Country | 2 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2015 Keystone Fuzion | 2 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2015 Keystone Montana | 2 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2015 Keystone Bullet | 1 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Keystone Impact | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2015 Keystone Cougar
Does the 2015 Keystone Cougar have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Keystone Cougar: equipment (November 2017); recreational vehicle / trailer (May 2015); non-powered axle assembly (April 2015). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Keystone Cougar?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (2), wheels & tires (1), brakes (1).
How many complaints has the 2015 Keystone Cougar had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 18, 2016 and the latest on December 14, 2019. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2015 Keystone Cougar a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 59 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Keystone Cougar year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Keystone Cougar years have the most complaints?
2004 (26), 2010 (10), 2007 (9). See every Keystone Cougar year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 Keystone Cougar has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data