- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; TRAILER HITCHES
- Problem
- KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2021 Connect travel trailers. The trailer tongue weight is too low, which may not apply enough downward force to the hitch of the tow vehicle, causing the trailer to be unstable at highway speeds.
- Risk
- An unstable trailer can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will increase the tongue weight by adding additional weight to the tongue or by moving the axles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2021. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall KZ_2021-04.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
This recall covers certain 2021 travel trailers whose tongue weight is too low. Too little downward force at the hitch can leave the trailer unstable when driving at highway speeds.
An unstable trailer can cause the tow vehicle to lose control, which increases the risk of a crash. If you own an affected trailer, do not wait to have it checked, and be cautious when towing at highway speeds until the repair is done.
Authorized dealers will increase the tongue weight by adding weight to the tongue or by moving the axles, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2021. You can contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, ext. 154 or 153, referencing recall KZ_2021-04, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kzrv Connect | 2021 |
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