K.Z., Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 10 safety recalls made by K.Z., Inc. in 2017. See the details of the recalls below.

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December 8, 2017
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Quad Step Rivet Failure

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Durango Gold recreational trailers. In the affected vehicles, a rivet for the quad entry steps may shear and fail, causing the steps to give when being used.
NHTSA ID: 17V785000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 171
Consequence Summary:
If the rivet shears causing the quad step to fail, the step user may fall, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the two rivets joining the second and third step, and the four rivets on the top step, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 2, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. Note: This recall is an expansion of KZRV recall 15V-173.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 11.7
November 21, 2017
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling various 2002-2018 recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V749-9547.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
NHTSA ID: 17V749000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 134,046
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 7.55
October 31, 2017
(Campaign #: KZ-2017-08)

Outside Kitchen Area not Equipped with GFCI Outlet

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Connect recreational trailers equipped with an outside kitchen. The outlet for outside kitchen area does not have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection.
NHTSA ID: 17V688000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 151
Consequence Summary:
Without the circuit protection, an individual may be shocked.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 110 volt outlet with a GFCI outlet, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2017-08.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 54.97
October 12, 2017
(Campaign #: KZ-2017-07)

Tire may Contact Slide Room Support Arm

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 KZRV Sportsmen Sportster trailers. There is insufficient clearance between the slide out support arm and the vehicle tires. While the trailer is being towed, the axle travel can allow the tire to contact the support arm.
NHTSA ID: 17V645000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 19
Consequence Summary:
Tire contact with the slide support arm adjustment bolt may damage the tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners and dealers will modify the slide room support arm to provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extensions 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2017-07.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 63.16
September 7, 2017
(Campaign #: KZ-2017-06)

Missing 2 Amp Fuse Could Cause Fire

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sport Trek, Spree, and Connect recreational trailers. These vehicles may have been manufactured without a 2 amp fuse in the circuit for the awning lights.
NHTSA ID: 17V556000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2,382
Consequence Summary:
Without the fuse, excessive current can cause the wire to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will install a 2 amp fuse assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2017-06.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 41.6
August 23, 2017
(Campaign #: KZ-2017-05)

Tire can Rub on Steel Sewer Hose Housing

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sportsmen and Sportster recreational trailers. The tires may rub against the steel enclosure housing for the sewer hose, causing premature tire wear.
NHTSA ID: 17V518000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 23
Consequence Summary:
Premature tire wear, may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the sewer hose enclosure, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2017-05.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 43.48
June 30, 2017
(Campaign #: KZ-2017-04)

Improper Size Spare Tires

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018 Sportsmen LE recreational trailers. The affected trailers were supplied with the improper spare tires, with both the size and load capacity being incorrect.
NHTSA ID: 17V419000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 38
Consequence Summary:
If the spare tire is used while the trailer is fully loaded, the tire may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners and dealers will replace the spare tire with the proper one, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2017-04.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 50
June 20, 2017
(Campaign #: KZ-2017-03)

Incorrect Federal Certification Label/FMVSS 567

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018 Sportsmen Classic, Spree, Connect, Durango, SportTrek, Spree Escape, Venom, and Sportsmen Sportster recreational trailers. The Federal Certification label on these vehicles does not contain the manufacturing date. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
NHTSA ID: 17V387000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 553
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a vehicle safety recall, the missing production date may prevent owners from determining if the recall affects them, increasing their risk of injury or a crash.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners and provide a corrected Federal Certification label, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2017-03.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 18.99
May 30, 2017
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Rubber Gas Hose Connected to Pilot Light

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Venom fifth-wheel travel trailers, models 4040DQ and 4011QK, equipped with the outside kitchen option. The affected vehicles do not have a 12" copper pipe between the rubber gas supply hose and the cooktop pilot light.
NHTSA ID: 17V347000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 41
Consequence Summary:
Without the copper pipe, the rubber gas line may be too close to the pilot light and get too hot and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will install a 12" copper extension between the pilot light and the rubber gas line, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 153 or 154.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.1
May 4, 2017
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Possible Propane Gas Leak

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018 Sport Trek and Durango travel trailers equipped with the outside kitchen option. The affected travel trailers may not have had the proper sealing tape installed on the propane gas line. Additionally, the gas line may not have been tested during production.
NHTSA ID: 17V303000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 113
Consequence Summary:
Due to either being untested, or improperly sealed, the propane line may leak, increasing the risk of a fire or explosion.
Corrective Action:
KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will seal the propane line and test the system for leaks, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 153 or 154.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 35.4