RV awning recall – awning may Deploy While Moving

If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V242000

Manufacturer KZRV, L.P.

Potential Number of Units Affected 7,401

Summary

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2019 KZRV Durango, Spree, Spree Escape, Connect, Sportsmen, Sidewinder, and Venom recreational trailers. The Solera Smart Arm awning may deploy while moving.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin on June 15, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153. KZRV’s number for this recall is KZ-2018-04.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

14 Affected Products

MAKE MODEL YEAR

KZRV CONNECT 2018-2019
KZRV DURANGO 2018-2019
KZRV SIDEWINDER 2018-2019
KZRV SPORTSMEN 2018-2019
KZRV SPREE 2018-2019
KZRV SPREE ESCAPE 2018-2019
KZRV VENOM 2018-2019

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