2017 DRV MOBILE SUITE

2 recalls — 2 complaints — 2 TSBs

17V753000 Nov 22, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2007-2018 Elite Suites, 2014-2018 Full House, 2003-2018 Mobile Suites, 2010-2018 Mobile Suite Estates, 2006-2012 Select Suite, 2013-2016 Tradition, and 2017 Travel Suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicato... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
DRV 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 DRV customer service at 1-574-457-6472, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and clic... Read more
7,896 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DRV Suites
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

Complaint Statistics

2 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL1
STRUCTURE:BODY1
STRUCTURE:BODY Oct 13, 2022
Incident date: Jun 13, 2022
Cracked Frame. On June 13th, 2022 I was made aware through social media to check for a possible cracked frame do to others having similar issues. After investigation I found major cracks in my DRV’s left and right gussets. These were visible both standing on the front landing legs and whi... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL Oct 16, 2019
Incident date: Jun 12, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 DRV MOBILE SUITE TRAILER BEING HAULED BY A 2016 RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE TRAILER BRAKE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN OIL SPILL COMING FROM A BRAKE LINE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN IND... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 2017 DRV MOBILE SUITE

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 MOBILE SUITE — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the DRV MOBILE SUITE across all model years (2003–2021).

24 Total Recalls
18 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

DRV MOBILE SUITE — Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2021 2 0 View
2020 1 1 View
2019 1 3 View
2018 2 1 View
2017 (current) 2 2
2016 2 5 View
2015 1 0 View
2014 2 2 View
2013 1 0 View
2012 1 1 View
2011 1 2 View
2010 1 0 View
2009 1 1 View
2008 1 0 View
2007 1 0 View
2006 1 0 View
2005 1 0 View
2004 1 0 View
2003 1 0 View

Other DRV Models

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