2017 Drv Mobile recalls (2)
2 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2017 Drv Mobile. Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Drv dealer.
Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2017 Drv Mobile. Check your Mobile by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
Every 2017 Drv Mobile recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Equipment · NHTSA 17V753000
- Problem
- DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2007-2018 Elite Suites, 2014-2018 Full House, 2003-2018 Mobile Suites, 2010-2018 Mobile Suite Estates, 2006-2012 Select Suite, 2013-2016 Tradition, and 2017 Travel Suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. 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
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- DRV 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 DRV customer service at 1-574-457-6472, 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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 16V949000
- Problem
- DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Elite Suites and Mobile Suites fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured January 29, 2016, to November 14, 2016. The brake caliper bolts may loosen, causing a loss of braking capability.
- Risk
- A loss of braking capability can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- DRV has notified owners, and dealers will replace the caliper bolts and sleeves using a thread adhesive, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99.02.08.
2017 Drv Mobile complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Drv Mobile. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
What people reported
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Drv Mobile. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“Cracked Frame. On June 13th, 2022 I was made aware through social media to check for a possible cracked frame do to others having similar issues. After investigation I found major cracks in my DRV's left and right gussets.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11489076
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 DRV MOBILE SUITE ESTATES FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BRAKES STARTED TO FAIL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AT A REST STOP AND DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKE CALIPER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE HAD DETACHED.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11244225
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 DRV MOBILE SUITE TRAILER BEING HAULED BY A 2016 RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE TRAILER BRAKE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN OIL SPILL COMING FROM A BRAKE LINE.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11269010
Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.
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