2012 Keystone Cougar
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2012
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
3 of 5 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Keystone Cougar rv. The contact stated that the spare tire was bolted to the rear bumper and was too heavy, which caused the bumper to detach from the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-26
Also filed under Tires
Suspension
2 of 5 total reports mention: suspension.
Wheels
1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
The electric brake wiring that connects the coach body to the front axle was rubbing on the inside sidewall of the lf tire of the trailer. It has rubbed a polished groove in the sidewall of the tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-07
Also filed under Service brakes and electrical system
Tires
1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing temporary/emergency spare tire.
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2012 Keystone Cougar — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 12V355000 · Equipment, structure, tires
- Recall 17V755000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2012 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 2012 Keystone Cougar?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Keystone Cougar have?
- 2 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.