Recalls for your 2018 Kzrv Escape

Recalls for 2018 Kzrv Escape

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DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-11-28
Description
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

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
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.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - TIRES


Posted on: 2020-05-22
Description
Kzrv, l.p.  (kzrv) is recalling certain 2018 escape recreational trailers.  The federal identification tag and tire inflation pressure label indicates an incorrect gross axle weight rating (gawr), and an incorrect tire and rim size with incorrect tire inflation pressure, which can result in the tires being overinflated.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, tire selection and rims.

Consequence
Overinflated tires may affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Kzrv will mail corrected labels to owners with instructions for their application, free of charge.  This recall began june 12, 2020.  Owners may contact kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153.  Kzrv's number for this recall is kz-2020-02.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #3 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS


Posted on: 2020-05-22
Description
Kzrv, l.p.  (kzrv) is recalling certain 2018 escape recreational trailers.  The federal identification tag and tire inflation pressure label indicates an incorrect gross axle weight rating (gawr), and an incorrect tire and rim size with incorrect tire inflation pressure, which can result in the tires being overinflated.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 110, tire selection and rims.

Consequence
Overinflated tires may affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Kzrv will mail corrected labels to owners with instructions for their application, free of charge.  This recall began june 12, 2020.  Owners may contact kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153.  Kzrv's number for this recall is kz-2020-02.

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.safercar.gov.