2016 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL

2 recalls — 2 complaints — 2 TSBs

16V949000 Dec 23, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Elite Suites and Mobile Suites fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured January 29, 2016, to November 14, 2016. The brake caliper bolts may loosen, causing a loss of braking capability.
Consequence
A loss of braking capability can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DRV has notified owners, and dealers will replace the caliper bolts and sleeves using a thread adhesive, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99.02.08.
110 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DRV Suites
15V491000 Aug 5, 2015
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Tradition, 2014-2016 Full House, 2006-2016 Elite Suites, and 2013-2016 Estates fifth wheel travel trailers. The affected vehicles have front side reflex reflectors located above the maximum height of 60". As such, these vehicles fail to comply with t... Read more
Consequence
If the reflector is located outside of the required area, it can reduce the visibility of the vehicle by other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DRV has notified owners and will provide a new reflector to install in the correct location, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2017. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99.02.05.
7,465 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DRV Suites

Complaint Statistics

2 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 19, 2016
Incident date: Oct 20, 2016
WE WERE TRAVELING FROM PENNSYLVANIA TO ARIZONA AND HAD STOPPED FOR THE DAY AT A CAMPGROUND IN NORTHERN ARIZONA. WE HAD JUST UNHOOKED OUR TRUCK FROM THE COACH AND WERE GETTING READY TO PUT OUR SLIDES OUT WHEN THE FRONT OF THE COACH SANK TO THE GROUND. I COULDN'T GET THE HYDRAULICS TO RAISE IT SO I CA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Dec 19, 2016
Incident date: Oct 20, 2016
WE WERE TRAVELING FROM PENNSYLVANIA TO ARIZONA AND HAD STOPPED FOR THE DAY AT A CAMPGROUND IN NORTHERN ARIZONA. WE HAD JUST UNHOOKED OUR TRUCK FROM THE COACH AND WERE GETTING READY TO PUT OUR SLIDES OUT WHEN THE FRONT OF THE COACH SANK TO THE GROUND. I COULDN'T GET THE HYDRAULICS TO RAISE IT SO I CA... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL

2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
No comms 2022-07 Aug 3, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for July 2022 for DRV Suites.
No comms 2022-11 Dec 2, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for November 2022 for DRV Suites.

DRV ELITE SUITES ALL — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the DRV ELITE SUITES ALL across all model years (2006–2017).

13 Total Recalls
5 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

DRV ELITE SUITES ALL — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2017 1 0 View
2016 (current) 2 2
2015 1 1 View
2014 1 2 View
2013 1 0 View
2012 1 0 View
2011 1 0 View
2010 1 0 View
2009 1 0 View
2008 1 0 View
2007 1 0 View
2006 1 0 View

Other DRV Models

Model Recalls Complaints
ALL ALUMINUM 0 0 View
DRV 0 0 View
ELITE SUITE 0 0 View
ESTATES ALL 0 0 View
FULL HOUSE 0 0 View
MOBILE 0 0 View
MOBILE SUITE 0 0 View
MOBILE SUITE ESTATES 0 0 View