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Kzrv Sportsmen problems & complaints

What Kzrv Sportsmen owners have reported to NHTSA, the service bulletins the manufacturer sent dealers, and any federal defect investigations, by model year. See Kzrv Sportsmen safety recalls or check your VIN.

Owner complaints
15
Service bulletins (TSBs)
2+
Crashes / fires reported
0 / 0
Defect investigations
0

Complaints by model year

Complaints owners filed with NHTSA, by the model year of the vehicle. A high count can also mean a popular year, so compare it with how many were sold.

  • 20213
  • 20202
  • 20192
  • 20181
  • 20171
  • 20161
  • 20143
  • 20121
  • 20101
YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuredDeathsTSBs
2026000002
2025000001
2024000001
2021300000
2020200000
2019200001
2018100000
2017100000
2016100000
2014300100
2012100000
2010100000

Most reported problems

The vehicle systems named most often in Kzrv Sportsmen complaints (one complaint can name several).

  • Equipment5
  • Wheels4
  • Structure3
  • Suspension2
  • Engine And Engine Cooling1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
  • Tires1

Latest owner complaints

In the owners’ own words, as filed with NHTSA. Unverified reports; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

  • 2021 SportsmenSep 17, 2023Suspension, WheelsNHTSA #11545006
    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…
  • 2021 SportsmenJun 20, 2023WheelsNHTSA #11527890
    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 …
  • 2019 SportsmenJul 26, 2022EquipmentNHTSA #11475910
    The contact owns a 2019 KZRV Sportsmen Travel Trailer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V670000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
  • 2021 Sportsmen LeDec 20, 2021EquipmentNHTSA #11444484
    The contact owns a 2021 KZ Sportsmen LE. The contact stated that he received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V670000 (Equipment) however, the dealer informed him that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the issue and confirmed that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available and that they would not buy back the vehicle. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
  • 2018 Sportsmen LeNov 22, 2021Equipment, EquipmentNHTSA #11441378
    The contact owns a 2018 KZ Sportsmen LE equipped with propane regulator manufactured by Winntec, Model Number: 6020, Date Code: N1723. The contact stated researched recalls online and found NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V670000 (Equipment). He then contacted the manufacturer and was informed that the RV regulator was included in the recall however, he later received a call from the manufacturer stating that the regulator was not included in the recall. The contact stated that he called the dealer who stated that the regulator should be included in the recall. The contact had not experienced a failure however, he was concerned about a possible future failure. The contact stated that he had located…
  • 2017 SportsmenJun 3, 2021TiresNHTSA #11419553
    We purchased pair of Trailer King tires for our 5th wheel RV on June 15, 2020 that were mounted on the rear axle. On a camping trip in late April we noticed that one of the tires appeared to be tracking oddly when we were on the highway. We took it to the local tire shop where we had purchased the tires and they told us that the tread had separated and the tire had to be replaced. It is fortunate that we noticed this problem. We could have had a blowout resulting in damage to our vehicle and/or a serious accident.
  • 2020 SportsmenAug 19, 2020StructureNHTSA #11350290
    THE UNDERBELLY/ INSULATION BLANKET FOR THE BOTTOM OF THE CAMPER PARTIALLY DETACHED FROM THE RV TRAILER AND WAS DRAGGING ON THE HIGHWAY..
  • 2019 SportsmenMar 28, 2019Unknown Or OtherNHTSA #11192302
    WE HAVE TAKEN OUR 2019 KZ SPORTSMEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL WORK ON THE SOLERA SMART ARM AWNING. IT HAS TAKEN 4 TRIPS SO FAR AND 3 REPAIRS. EACH TIME, THE PROBLEM REOCCURRED WITH THE AWNING NOT WORKING AND THE CONTROLLER SHORTING OUT CAUSING THE LIGHTS TO COME ON DIMLY AND EVEN, ONE TIME, THE LIGHTS CYCLED THROUGH THE 3 LEVELS OF INTENSITY. WE ARE WAITING AGAIN FOR 3 WEEKS SO FAR FOR THE PARTS TO COME IN. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR THE PROBLEM TO REOCCUR 3 TIMES SO FAR. THE SUPPOSED FIX FOR THE RECALL IS INADEQUATE. THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL ATTEMPTS AND THE DATE BELOW IS JUST THE LAST TIME WE BROUGHT IT IN FOR REPAIR. WE HAVE BEEN FORTUNATE THAT THE SHORTS HAVE NOT CAUSED THE AWNING …

Technical service bulletins (TSBs)

Repair instructions and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about known issues. A TSB is not a recall, and the repair is usually free only while the car is under warranty; ask your dealer for the bulletin number.

  • 10032025-1
    Oct 4, 2025OtherUnknown Or Other

    General information to dealers regarding a supplier change to door keys.

  • 01-25
    Jul 28, 2025Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsUnknown Or Other

    Coleman RV Airflow System was not installed causing incorrect function of the air conditioner.

  • 2024-01
    Apr 5, 2024Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsStructure, Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Closet doors not secured when traveling. Adding a latch to ensure the doors stay closed while in transit.

  • KZ-TSB2018-01
    Nov 5, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEquipment

    Check for defective skylights installed on vehicles.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation public data (complaints, manufacturer communications, investigations), model years 2010 and later. Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA.

Questions

What are the most common Kzrv Sportsmen problems?

In complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2010–2026, owners most often name: equipment, wheels, structure. 15 complaints are on record.

Is a complaint or a TSB the same as a recall?

No. A complaint is an unverified report from an owner. A technical service bulletin (TSB) is the manufacturer telling dealers how to fix a known issue; it is not a safety recall and is usually covered only under warranty. A recall is a formal safety action, and its repair is free.

How do I report a problem with my Kzrv Sportsmen?

File a vehicle safety complaint at NHTSA.gov. NHTSA reads every report, and patterns of complaints are what open defect investigations and, eventually, recalls.