Lexus HS vs Keystone Cougar
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Lexus HS | Keystone Cougar |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 81 | 201 |
| Model years covered | 2010–2010 | 2000–2026 |
| Worst model year | — | 2004 |
| Best model year | — | 2007 |
| Crashes reported | 6 | 3 |
| Fires reported | 0 | 8 |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 3 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 |
| Most complained-about part | Brakes | Tires |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 12.3% | 7% |
Lexus HS by year
10
What breaks
Brakes
42
51.9%
Suspension
6
7.4%
Electrical System
5
6.2%
Transmission & Drivetrain
4
4.9%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
4
4.9%
Fuel & Propulsion
4
4.9%
Airbags
3
3.7%
Stability & Traction Control
3
3.7%
Keystone Cougar by year
What breaks
Tires
52
25.9%
Body & Structure
42
20.9%
Equipment & Accessories
37
18.4%
Suspension
22
10.9%
Electrical System
12
6.0%
Other & Unspecified
11
5.5%
Brakes
9
4.5%
Wheels
9
4.5%