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2006 Kzrv Sportster

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 Mar 7, 2013
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 Nov 21, 2017
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.
0
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.
0
1 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 2 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2006 Kzrv Sportster, most frequently naming the body & structure and tires & wheels 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

  • Body & structure150.0%
  • Tires & wheels150.0%

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
17V749000

EQUIPMENT

Nov 21, 2017
134,046 units potentially affected
The defect: KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling various 2002-2018 recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V749-9547.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy: KZRV will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
KZRV, L.P.View on NHTSA.gov
06V081000

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Mar 27, 2006
2,483 units potentially affected
The defect: CERTAIN TOWABLE TRAVEL TRAILERS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THESE TRAILERS ARE MISSING THE TIRE INFORMATION PLACARD.
The risk: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
The remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT A PLACARD ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MARCH 24, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KZRV AT 1-800-768-4016.
KZRV, L.P.View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

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

Body & structure
Filed Mar 7, 2013
1 injury reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KZRV SPORTSTER TRAILER. THE CONTACT THAT STATED THE REAR DOOR CABLE SPRINGS FAILED AND STRUCK THE CONTACT'S WIFE. THE CONTACT'S WIFE SUSTAINED SEVERE HEAD INJURIES AND WAS PLACED IN CRITICAL CONDITION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED WHO STATED THAT THEY NO LONGER USE THE DOOR AND REFERRED HIM TO ANOTHER MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT THEN CONTACTED THE OTHER MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.

NHTSA ID
10501934
Incident
Feb 28, 2013
Tires & wheels
Filed Aug 13, 2006

PURCHASED NEW 5TH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILER, EQUIPPED WITH NANKANG 205 7015 TIRES, IN JANUARY 06. ON JULY 31 06, STARTED FIRST LONG TRIP WITH TRAILER. ON TUESDAY, AUG 1 06, WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 60 MPH, THE RIGHT REAR TRAILER TIRE DISINTEGRATED. THE ONLY REMAINING PIECES OF THE TIRE IS PORTIONS OF THE INNER AND OUTER SIDEWALLS. *JB

NHTSA ID
10165373
Incident
Aug 1, 2006

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Kzrv Sportster by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026000—
2025000—
2023010—
2022020—
2021010—
2020110—
2019010—
2018020—
2017010—
2016010—
2015020—
2014110—
2013010—
2012010—
2011010—
2010020—
2009130—
2008020—
2007010—
2006Viewing220—
2005020—
2004010—
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.