KEYSTONE COUGAR (2018) recall — Equipment
Keystone is recalling 2017-2018 Cougar western edition trailers due to stabilizer jacks that may detach during transit, posing a crash risk. Owners must have jacks inspected and fastened by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the stabilizer jacks separate during transit, they could be a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Keystone is recalling certain 2017-2018 Cougar western edition recreational trailers because the stabilizer jacks might detach during transit, creating a road hazard that could lead to a crash. This affects owners who need to have the jacks inspected and properly fastened by dealers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225113-keystone-cougar-2018-recall-stabilizer-jacks-may-detach-during-transit.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225113-keystone-cougar-2018-recall-stabilizer-jacks-may-detach-during-transit · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V673000
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“Keystone Cougar 2018 Recall: Stabilizer Jacks May Detach During Transit.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225113-keystone-cougar-2018-recall-stabilizer-jacks-may-detach-during-transit. Based on NHTSA recall #17V673000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V673000).
Why it’s dangerous
The stabilizer jacks may not have been properly welded to the trailer's chassis frame, which can cause them to detach while the trailer is moving. This detachment could create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017-2018 Keystone Cougar western edition recreational trailers are most at risk. The hazard is specific to trailers where the stabilizer jacks may detach during transit.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your trailer is a 2017-2018 Keystone Cougar western edition model. The recall began on December 5, 2017, and applies to specific models with potential welding issues.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Keystone Customer Service
Reach out to Keystone at 1-866-425-4369 to schedule a dealer inspection for stabilizer jack mounting.
Have Dealer Inspect Jacks
Dealers will check the mounting of the four stabilizer jacks and install appropriate fasteners at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting of the four stabilizer jacks and install appropriate fasteners, free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-306.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The stabilizer jacks may not have been properly welded to the chassis frame, which could cause them to detach during transit.
How can I tell if my trailer is affected?
Check if your trailer is a 2017-2018 Keystone Cougar western edition model. The recall began on December 5, 2017.
What should I do if I own an affected trailer?
Contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 to arrange a dealer inspection for stabilizer jack mounting.
Contact Keystone
We’ve drafted a message you can send Keystone to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V673000 — Keystone Keystone Hello, I own a Keystone that is covered by recall 17V673000 from Keystone. The official recall notice states: Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting of the four stabilizer jacks and install appropriate fasteners, free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2017. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-306. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V673000 (October 25, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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