Recall 16V391 affects 2 2016 Kzrv Mxt travel trailers with undersized safety chains. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
Kzrv is recalling 2 2016 Mxt travel trailers because safety chains on the A-frame are rated for 11,700 pounds instead of at least the trailer's GVWR. If the main trailer connection fails, the chains can break and let the trailer separate from the tow vehicle, which raises crash risk; Kzrv dealers will install correctly rated chains free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The safety chains on a 2016 Kzrv Mxt travel trailer are the backup connection between the trailer A-frame and the tow vehicle. If the coupler separates from the hitch, the chains help keep the trailer attached long enough for the driver to bring the rig under control. They have to be rated at or above the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
On the affected trailers, Kzrv installed chains rated for 11,700 pounds instead of chains rated equal to or greater than the GVWR. The problem is not wear or corrosion; the wrong chains were installed during manufacturing. A chain with too low a rating can be overloaded during a separation event, leaving less safety margin when the chains are needed most.
There is no warning sign before failure. The chain tag shows the rating, but an owner would not feel a change while towing just because the installed chains are under-rated.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Kzrv Mxt | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
Not every 2016 Kzrv Mxt trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the main trailer connection fails, trailer weight can break undersized safety chains. That lets the trailer separate from the tow vehicle and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm your VIN and schedule the chain replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Kzrv Mxt is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule the free safety-chain replacement.
- Ask the dealer to replace the undersized A-frame safety chains with chains rated for the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating.
- Bring the recall notice if Kzrv mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V391 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the safety-chain repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kzrv technician replaces the A-frame safety chains with chains rated at or above the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid out of pocket for safety-chain replacement tied to this recall, Kzrv's general reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how the plan applies to your claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| June 1, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| June 28, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V391?
Recall 16V391 covers 2 2016 Kzrv Mxt model 3192 travel trailers with A-frame safety chains rated at 11,700 pounds instead of equal to or greater than the trailer's GVWR. If the main trailer connection fails, the chains can break and let the trailer separate from the tow vehicle. Kzrv dealers replace the chains for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Kzrv Mxt is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V391. If it is, contact a franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule replacement safety chains that meet or exceed the GVWR. Reference recall number 16V391 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Kzrv dealers will replace the A-frame safety chains with chains that meet or exceed the trailer's GVWR free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer separation after a main trailer connection failure. The recalled safety chains are not rated equal to or greater than the trailer's GVWR, so the trailer weight can break them. That separation increases crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V391000 |
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| Kzrv customer service | 1-800-768-4016 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V391 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V391000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →