Recall 10V063 affects 2,893 2008-2010 Keystone Laredo and Cougar trailers for spare tire carrier cracks. Free replacement at any franchised Keystone dealer.
Keystone is recalling 2,893 2008-2010 Laredo and Cougar trailers and fifth wheel vehicles because spare tire carriers installed with a 16-inch spare tire on a slide-out bike or storage rack can crack or break over time. If the carrier fails, the spare tire can come loose, which increases the risk of personal injury and property damage; the Keystone dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The spare tire carrier on 2008-2010 Keystone Laredo and Cougar trailers and fifth wheels is the bracket that holds the spare tire at the rear of the trailer. On the affected setup, that carrier is mounted on the bumper of a slide-out bike or storage rack. Its normal job is simple: keep the spare tire secured while the trailer moves, turns, and absorbs road vibration.
The problem is the load placed on that carrier when it holds a 16 inch spare tire on that slide-out rack bumper. Over time, the carrier can crack or break instead of staying rigid. Once the carrier fails, the spare tire can separate from the trailer and fall off.
There is no warning sign before failure. A carrier that looks secure before a trip is not proof that it will stay intact under road vibration, so the defect centers on the carrier and mounting location, not the tire itself.
Who's affected?
Covers Laredo and Cougar trailers from the 2008, 2009, and 2010 model years, all involving the temporary spare tire.
| 2010 Keystone Laredo | tire |
|---|---|
| 2009 Keystone Laredo | tire |
| 2008 Keystone Cougar | tire |
| 2010 Keystone Cougar | tire |
| 2008 Keystone Laredo | tire |
| 2009 Keystone Cougar | tire |
| Units affected | 2,893 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the spare tire carrier fails, the spare tire can come loose from the trailer, increasing the risk of personal injury and property damage. Check the carrier before towing and schedule the recall repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Keystone dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2010 Keystone Laredo or Cougar is included in this recall.
- Look for the owner letter Keystone mailed on March 8, 2010, then call Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369 for repair instructions.
- Reference recall number 10V063 when you call Keystone or a Keystone service location.
- Schedule the free spare-tire-carrier replacement that fixes the carrier cracking or breaking and letting the spare tire fall off.
- Inspect the spare tire carrier before towing. Avoid using a cracked, broken, or loose carrier until the replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Keystone technician replaces the spare tire carrier with a new carrier for the affected trailer or fifth wheel. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Because repair availability is not listed for this campaign, confirm the repair path with the Keystone dealer before bringing the trailer in. Once the repair is open, the dealer handles the carrier replacement at no charge.
Timeline
| February 25, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 8, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V063?
Recall 10V063 covers 2,893 2008-2010 Keystone Laredo and Cougar trailers and fifth-wheel vehicles with spare tire carriers that can crack or break when paired with a 16-inch spare tire on a slide-out bike or storage rack bumper. Keystone will replace the spare tire carrier for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2010 Keystone Laredo or Cougar is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 10V063. If it is, contact a franchised Keystone dealer or Keystone at 1-866-425-4369 to schedule the spare tire carrier replacement. Reference recall number 10V063 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Keystone's remedy is a free replacement spare tire carrier. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Keystone dealer for vehicles included in recall 10V063.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the spare tire carrier can fail and let the spare tire come loose. If that happens, the loose tire increases the risk of personal injury and property damage. The repair path is to replace the carrier before the failure happens.
What if I bought my Keystone Laredo or Cougar used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included, then call a franchised Keystone dealer or Keystone at 1-866-425-4369 with recall number 10V063.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V063000 |
|---|---|
| Keystone customer service | 1-866-425-4369 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V063 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V063000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →