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2021 Kzrv Sportsmen

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
2
Latest Sep 17, 2023
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
2
Latest May 2, 2022
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 2 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2021 Kzrv Sportsmen, most frequently naming the other / unspecified and suspension categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Other / unspecified266.7%
  • Suspension133.3%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
22V289000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS

May 2, 2022
11,906 units potentially affected
The defect: KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KZRV Escape, SportTrek, Sonic, Stratus, Connect, Sportsmen, Sportsmen SE, Sportsmen Classic, Durango, Durango Gold, Venom, Confluence, and Sportsmen Sportster fifth wheel and travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
The risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy: Dealers will replace the fittings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2022-02.
KZRV, L.P.Manufacturer number KZ-2022-02View on NHTSA.gov
21V670000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS

Aug 27, 2021
34,345 units potentially affected
The defect: KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Camplite, Confluence, Connect, Connect SE, Connect Lite, Durango, Durango Gold, Durango Half Ton, Durango Sport, Durango 1500, Quicksilver, Sonic, Sonic X, Sportsmen, Sportsmen FW, Sportsmen LE, Sportsmen SE, Sportsmen Sportster, Sportster, SportTrek, SportTrek Touring, Spree, Stratus, Venom, and Venom V Series recreational vehicles, equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
The risk: Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy: Dealers will replace the regulator and pigtail hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2021-05.
KZRV, L.P.Manufacturer number KZ-2021-05View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Other / unspecifiedSuspension
Filed Sep 17, 2023

Less than a year after the purchase of the unit I noticed the wear on the inside of my tires on the back axle of the trailer. Also the rear wheels seemed tilted with the bottom of the tire further out than the top. I stopped at Brewbaker RV, where I bought my trailer and they diagnosed the problem as a bent rear axle. They said I probably hit something and did not offer to make any arrangements for fixing or compensating me for the issue. I had the axle replaced at my own expense with an axle comparable with what was on it. I also replaced the two rear tires. After less than another year I noticed the same problem with the tires wearing on the inside. I consulted the dealer, the manufacturer, and the component supplier, Lippert, who actually made the trailer. None where able to give me a reason or supply me with any compensation. I was left on my own. On my own I determined that the only answer that the trailer was to heavy for the suspension components. According to KZ, the carrying capacity of the trailer is 1300lbs. Even with a full load of water, propane and our camping items I am sure we weren't over that limit. We carried a similar weight on our previous fifth wheel, which was a foot shorter than the one we have now and never had any problems. At my own expense I replaced both axles with heavier ones and new heavier springs. It's been six months and so far there has been no abnormal wear on the tires. Looking at various RV forums I have found that this is not a unique problem. The government relies on the manufacturers and RIVA to self police there actions. Without strict government over site, manufacturers will put the minimum specified components on important items like suspensions without and thought to safety margins. I ask you to look into this for me and for other people who buy RV's.

NHTSA ID
11545006
Incident
Sep 17, 2023
Other / unspecified
Filed Jun 20, 2023

We had a blow out of rear tire on the rv, other rear tire is showing cords and wore out, was lucky both didnt blow out. we we traveling on the hwy and it could of caused damage to others from tire pieces flying off. We checked it and had a local mechanic take a look. No warning . After putting 4 new tires on because we were afraid of injury, the tire shop said they should have never blown at only 8000 miles wear. so then checking the rear axle and measuring it, it is not the same on each side. which they told us it would cause substantial wear to the tires. front tires were fine, same tires same mileage on all. afraid this is a mishap from the factory and it may cause alot of problems with the rvs that have these axles. All air pressure was up to power. Hoping you can find out if this is a manufacturer error and if it should be a recall. Thank You

NHTSA ID
11527890
Incident
Jun 15, 2023

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Kzrv Sportsmen by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026000—
2025010—
2024000—
2023010—
2022030—
2021Viewing220—
2020220—
2019260—
2018050—
2017110—
2016110—
2015020—
2014110—
2013010—
2012110—
2011010—
2010110—
2009010—
2008010—
2007010—
2006320—
2005010—
2004110—
2003010—
2002010—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.