2007 KZRV ESCALADE
3 recalls — 2 complaints — 2 TSBs
17V749000 Nov 21, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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 clogge... 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
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... Read more
11V022000 Jan 24, 2011
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
KZRV IS RECALLING CERTAIN TOWABLE TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH 1200-SERIES NORCOLD REFRIGERATORS. THE POPULATION OF REFRIGERATORS BEING ADDRESSED CONTAINS EITHER A SENSING ALGORITHM OR THERMAL SWITCH TO SHUT OFF POWER TO THE REFRIGERATOR WHEN HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DETECTED IN ORDER TO PREVENT A PO... Read more
Consequence
THE SENSING ALGORITHM OR THERMAL SWITCH INSTALLED TO SHUT OFF POWER TO THE REFRIGERATOR WHEN HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE DETECTED DUE TO A POSSIBLE HYDROGEN GAS LEAK MAY NOT SHUT OFF IN SUFFICIENT TIME TO PREVENT A FIRE.
Remedy
KZRV IS WORKING WITH NORCOLD TO IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY ANY AFFECTED OWNERS. OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT NORCOLD DEALERS TO RECEIVE THE REMEDY FREE OF CHARGE. PLEASE SEE NORCOLD'S DEFECT REPORT 10E-049 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ... Read more
06V411000 Oct 27, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH DEXTER AXLES, THE DISC BRAKE CALIPER MOUNTING BOLTS MAY STRIP. INSUFFICIENT CLAMP LOAD BETWEEN CALIPER AND YOKE CAN CAUSE THE CALIPER TO DISASSEMBLE AND ADVERSELY AFFECT THE TRAILERS BRAKING SYSTEM.
Consequence
LOSS OF BRAKING CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEXTER IS HANDING THIS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 06E029) AND WILL REPLACE THE CALIPER MOUNTING HARDWARE FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DEXTER AT 1-800-400-2164 OR KZRV AT 800-768-4016.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE | 1 |
| TIRES:SIDEWALL | 1 |
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Oct 30, 2007
Incident date: Jul 27, 2007
MY KZ NEW VISION SPORTSTER FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER CAME EQUIPPED WITH "FREESTAR" BRAND TIRES, MADE IN CHINA BY NANKANG, AND IMPORTED BY TIRECO. ON OUR FIRST TRIP, ABOUT 1200 MILES FROM HOME, I EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT. I CALLED MY DEALER, WHO REFERRED ME TO A FACTORY REP AT "KZ". BOTH INDICATED THERE HAS B... Read more
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
Apr 25, 2007
Incident date: Apr 17, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KZRV ESCALADE TRAILER. THE AXLES WERE 7000-POUND AXLES AND THE TRAILER WEIGHED 16,000 POUNDS. THE AXLES WERE OVERRATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE AXLE COULD BE USED FOR THIS VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC CHANGED THE AXLES AND NOTICED THE BUSHINGS WERE WORN OUT. THE BUSHINGS... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2007 KZRV ESCALADE
2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
No comms 2022-09
Oct 7, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for September 2022 for KZRV, L.P.
No comms 2024-02
Mar 5, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for February 2024 for KZRV, L.P.
KZRV ESCALADE — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KZRV ESCALADE across all model years (2002–2012).
23
Total Recalls
3
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths