NHTSA Recall 11V002000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V002000; Date: Jan. 4, 2011
If the coupler is lacking the indent it will lead to an increased risk of trailer separation from the hitch ball while towing resulting in property damage and/or vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Keystone Cougar; 2011 Keystone Cougar; 2010 Keystone Laredo; 2011 Keystone Laredo; 2010 Keystone Outback; 2011 Keystone Outback
Component: Trailer Hitche
Manufactured by: Keystone Rv Company
Affected Units:: 1,086
Recall Summary:
Keystone is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 cougar, laredo and outback travel trailers equipped with lippert component hitch couplers for lack of indentation on the forward edge of the coupler.
How to Fix:
Owners are asked to inspect the hitch coupler for the correct stamping. If the hitch coupler is not formed correctly arrangements will be made to replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on January 24, 2011. Owners may contact keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369.
Recall Notes:
Keystone safety recall no. 10-156. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 24, 2011
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