2016 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 2016
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 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.
Suspension
2 of 5 total reports mention: suspension.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Keystone Cougar. While driving approximately 63 MPH, the rear driver side wheel fractured without warning. Due to the failure, the front passenger side tire flattened.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-14
Equipment
2 of 5 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing recreational vehicle/trailer and refrigerator.
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The domestic refrigerator on this 2016 KEYSTONE RV caught on fire while traveling.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-20
Wheels
1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels.
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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I purchased a new travel trailer manufactured by Keystone in may of 2015. I took it back to the dealer after my first trip when I realized the brakes barely functioned.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-11
Also filed under Electrical system
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2015-06-29Suspension15V207000 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.
Remedy: 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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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
2016 Keystone Cougar — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Equipment: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V207000 · Suspension
- Recall 17V755000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2016 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 2016 Keystone Cougar?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 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.