Item Affected: EQUIPMENT | STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS | TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Date Announced: 07/26/2012
Description of Recall: 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, which holds the spare tire assembly, may experience metal fatigue causing the spare tire to separate from the vehicle.
Conequence: Over time, the bumper may fail and/or separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury and property damage.
Action Need To Fix It: 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.
Notes: Keystone's recall campaign number is 12-178. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.