2012 Keystone Cougar Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 300miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2012 Keystone Cougar (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2012 Keystone Cougar. The part named most often is body and structure, with 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by suspension (2) and brakes (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 300 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure3 60%
- Suspension2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Tires1 20%
- Wheels1 20%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “The contact owns a 2012 Keystone Cougar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the rear driver's side corner panel detached from the vehicle. The contact noticed that the rear driver side axle was severely damaged. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 1,200.”
NHTSA complaint #10607193, filed 2014-06, 1,200 milesSuspension: “The contact owns a 2012 Keystone Cougar fifth wheel. The contact stated while driving various speeds the front driver's side leaf spring fractured. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where one leaf spring out the four was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 300. Updated 7/31/13 the consumer stated while towing the rv at highway speed, the left front leaf spring broke and caused the axle to break as well. Updated 08/06/13”
NHTSA complaint #10523629, filed 2013-07, 300 milesBrakes: “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. The wiring connecting the rear axle to the coach was rubbing on the interior surface of the lr wheel. I secured the wiring away from the tire and wheel and returned the fifth wheel to the dealer where I purchased it. Keystone rv's attitude surprises me, they claim that the wire couldn't have been rubbing on the tire and wheel, because the wire would have been instantly ripped off. …”
NHTSA complaint #10474175, filed 2012-09, 200 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 200 and 1,200 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 17V755000Nov 22, 2017EquipmentCovers: Keystone Cougar 2003–2018, Outback 2003–2018, Montana 2003–2018 +58 more
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…
- 12V355000Jul 26, 2012EquipmentCovers: Keystone Cougar 2010–2012
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…
Recall details for the 2012 Keystone Cougar → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2012 Keystone Cougar.
Other model years of the Keystone Cougar
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 9 | 6,250 | 8 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 5 | 475 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 5 | 5,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 6 | 1,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 5 | 300 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 9 | 4,000 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 10 | 2,500 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 9 | 5,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 9 | 12,500 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 6 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 7 | 4,980 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 26 | 3,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 6 | 5,488 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Keystone Cougar model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2012 Keystone Cougar have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2012 Keystone Cougar as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2012 Keystone Cougar is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by suspension with 2.
Has the 2012 Keystone Cougar been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2012 Keystone Cougar reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 300 miles and the middle half falls between 200 and 1,200 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.