2011 Keystone Cougar
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 4 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
4 of 9 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing bumpers and body.
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2011 Cougar 26 sab. Consumer writes in regards to rear bumper failure and recall that was issued. Recall # 12V355000. *tgw the consumer stated a passerby informed him, that his rear bumper was about to fall out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-22
The 2011 Keystone Cougar xlite 26SAB bumper is separating from the rv frame along the weld joints on both sides of the rv creating the potential for the bumper, spare tire carrier, and spare tire to separate entirely the frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-02-09
Tires
3 of 9 total reports mention: tires.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Keystone Cougar equipped with power king tow max tires. The tire size was 235/80/R16 and the DOT number was 83B5GPB1210.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-14
Wheels
1 of 9 total reports mentions: wheels.
Equipment
1 of 9 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing lines and fittings.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Keystone Cougar rv. The contact stated that the furnace fuel line was leaking. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the fuel line. The vehicle was repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-16
Also filed under Equipment adaptive/mobility
Equipment adaptive/mobility
1 of 9 total reports mentions: equipment adaptive/mobility.
Safety timeline
7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-10-20Equipment10V478000 Keystone is recalling certain model year 2011 recreational vehicles equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. A potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven…
Remedy: Dealers will isolate and perform a drop pressure test on the oven supply tube and if the tube leaks it will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on October 27, 2010. Owner may…
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2010-12-15Electrical system10V606000 Keystone is recalling certain model year 2011 Sprinter, Cougar and Fuzion travel trailers equipped with siemens and murray one inch plug-in circuit breakers. The "Spring clip" Plug-in assembly may…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the breakers and replace as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on December 15, 2010. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.
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2010-12-15Wheels10V597000 Keystone is recalling certain model year 2011 travel trailers equipped with 15" X 6" White spoke or modular design steel wheels with a six hole bolt pattern. Some of the wheels may have inadequate…
Remedy: Keystone will replace the wheels free of charge. The safety recall began on December 15, 2010. Owners may contact Keystone at 1-866-425-4369.
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2011-01-24Trailer hitches11V002000 Keystone is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Cougar, Laredo and Outback travel trailers equipped with lippert component hitch couplers for lack of indentation on the forward edge of the coupler.
Remedy: Owners are asked to inspect the hitch coupler for the correct stamping. If the hitch coupler is not formed correctly arrangements will be made to replace it free of charge. The safety recall began…
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2011-02-18Power train11V094000 Keystone is recalling certain model year 2011 Cougar and Laredo travel trailers. The axles are installed backwards causing a slight reduction in braking torque and shortened brake lining service…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the axles to verify the brake wires are on the off-door side. If they are not, the axles will be removed and reversed. This service will be performed free of charge. The…
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2012-09-28Equipment, structure, tires12V355000 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…
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.
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2018-01-15Equipment17V755000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Keystone Cougar — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V478000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V606000 · Electrical system
- Recall 10V597000 · Wheels
- Recall 11V002000 · Trailer hitches
- Recall 11V094000 · Power train
- Recall 12V355000 · Equipment, structure, tires
- Recall 17V755000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2011 Keystone Cougar reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Keystone Cougar?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Keystone Cougar have?
- 7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.