2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
4 recalls — 2 complaints — 7 TSBs
25V286000 May 1, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
Defect Description
Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model G and Model Z fifth wheel travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. The clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.
Consequence
Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clip-on bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2025. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2502.
24V885000 Nov 22, 2024
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model Z Fifth Wheel trailers equipped with Curt Helux Pin Boxes. The pin box fasteners may have been improperly tightened.
Consequence
The fasteners can loosen and fall out, allowing the tow vehicle to detach from the pin box and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2405.
24V476000 Jun 25, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Model Z fifth wheels and Model Z-Air travel trailers. The 12-volt system may have been incorrectly wired without overcurrent protection and with undersized wiring for the refrigerator, which can result in overheating.
Consequence
Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2402.
24V037000 Jan 23, 2024
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Defect Description
Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2024 Model Z recreational vehicles. The axle spindle weld may fail, resulting in the wheel assembly detaching from the axle.
Consequence
Wheel assembly detachment increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in February 05, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2401.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 30, 2026
Incident date: Mar 1, 2024
It has been 3 years of our ABS failing due to a Brake HCU not being replaced. Now the engine light comes on due to issues with the Electronic Braking System. We cannot use this to travel due to the cruise control going out as soon as the ABS light goes on which is every 5 minutes. Why is this allow... Read more
ENGINE
May 8, 2025
Incident date: Apr 22, 2025
Was driving on highway and started receiving error messages for "check electrical system". Car speed dropped to max of 45mph while actively on a highway. Was able to pull off an exit but car needed a 55 mile tow to the closest dealer. Dealer has identified that the ICCU needs to be replaced but ha... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
7 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 |
CSC-2309
Jan 5, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
It has come to our attention that the polycarbonate plastic utilized to manufacture attic vents for the RV industry may be incompatible with the 5121 self-leveling roof sealant that we utilize. We have received reports of cracked attic ven
TSB-45B-001-2023
Aug 21, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This communication is in relation to the already active TSB-45B-001-2023. Letters were mailed to all new retail customers that provided warranty registrations from 6-29-2003 t0 8-18-23. The purpose of this communication is to ensure that
45B-001-2023
Jun 23, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Lippert suspects that some hub and brake assemblies used on the Curt axles installed on Brinkleya??s Model Z 5th Wheels may have been damaged in the production and/or inspection process at Lippert. As a result, Lippert has elected to replac
CSC-2301
Feb 8, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
After communication with the supplier (Lippert), Brinkley has decided to issue Customer Satisfaction Campaign, CSC-2301. This CSC is to replace the LCI awning pitch bolts with improved bolts and to add additional washers to the installment
CSC-2302
Feb 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Brinkley is issuing CSC-2302 regarding the soffit panel. VINs ending in 1000004-1000039, could have a loose securement allowing the soffit panel to sag. To correct this, additional fasteners are to be installed into the soffit framing, and
CSC-2303
Feb 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Brinkley is issuing CSC-2303, as a preventative measure for a potential leak at the lower rail of the bedroom slide. The lower rails of the slide should be removed so a small foam gasket can be installed onto the rail before it is reinstall
CSC-2304
Feb 8, 2023
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Brinkley is issuing CSC-2304, regarding the attic vents on the roof assembly. VINs ending in 1000004-1000029, may have had a primer applied to the attic vent itself that could cause the material to prematurely crack allowing water infiltrat
BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z across all model years (2023–2026).
12
Total Recalls
9
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths