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Kzrv Sport Trek Recall 22V161: Trailer Coupler Can Separate From Tow Vehicle

NHTSA campaign 22V161, reported March 16, 2022, 1,054 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2022 travel trailers have a coupler that was improperly welded. This defect may allow the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle while driving.

If a trailer separates from the tow vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their trailer checked promptly.

Dealers will inspect the coupler and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Owners who received notification letters mailed April 18, 2022 can contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. 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 22V161KZRV, L.P.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; TRAILER HITCHES
Problem
KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2022 Stratus, Connect, Sonic, and SportTrek travel trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.
Risk
Trailer separation from the tow vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2022-01.
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.

Affected vehicles

Kzrv Connect2022
Kzrv Sonic2022
Kzrv Sport Trek2022
Kzrv Stratus2022