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K-Z Sportsmen Recall 17V518: Tires May Rub Sewer Hose Enclosure, Risking Blowout

NHTSA campaign 17V518, reported August 23, 2017, 23 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The tires on these trailers may rub against the steel enclosure housing for the sewer hose. Over time, this rubbing can cause premature tire wear.

Worn tires can suddenly fail, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and have the trailer checked.

The repair is free. KZRV will notify owners, and authorized dealers will relocate the sewer hose enclosure at no charge. For questions, contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153, referencing recall KZ-2017-05. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V518KZRV, L.P.
Component
TIRES
Problem
KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sportsmen and Sportster recreational trailers. The tires may rub against the steel enclosure housing for the sewer hose, causing premature tire wear.
Risk
Premature tire wear, may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the sewer hose enclosure, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2017-05.
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.

Affected vehicles

K-Z Sportsmen20172018
K-Z Sportster20172018