Recall 16V432 affects 61 2016-2017 Kzrv Spree travel trailers for misplaced refrigerator vents. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
Kzrv is recalling 61 2016-2017 Spree travel trailers because refrigerator vents on affected trailers are installed in the wrong location. That placement can overheat the refrigerator compartment and, if the high temperature sensor does not shut the refrigerator down, increase the risk of a fire; Kzrv dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The refrigerator vent on a 2016-2017 Kzrv Spree travel trailer moves heat out of the refrigerator compartment. A refrigerator produces heat while it cools, and the vent gives that hot air a path outside the trailer. The internal baffle, a panel that guides airflow, helps pull heat across the compartment instead of letting it collect around the refrigerator.
On affected Spree trailers ordered with the optional 12 cubic foot refrigerator, the exhaust vent was left in the wrong location. The upper internal baffle was also set too low. That combination restricts cooling airflow, so heat builds up in the refrigerator compartment. When the compartment gets too hot, the refrigerator's high temperature sensors shut the refrigerator down to protect the unit.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices is the refrigerator shutting down or failing to stay cold during use.
Who's affected?
Both model years share the same recreational vehicle/trailer component listing.
| 2016 Kzrv Spree | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| 2017 Kzrv Spree | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
| Units affected | 61 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the high temperature sensor fails, the refrigerator keeps heating instead of shutting down. That overheating increases the risk of a fire, and there is no warning sign before failure. Schedule the recall repair soon so the dealer can install the larger vent and extend the internal baffle. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Kzrv Spree is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule the free larger refrigerator vent and internal baffle repair that corrects the overheating refrigerator compartment.
- Bring the recall notice if Kzrv mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V432 when you call.
- Stop using the refrigerator and contact the dealer if the high-temperature sensor shuts it down before the repair.
- Call Kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016 with questions about scheduling or dealer handling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kzrv technician installs a larger refrigerator vent and extends the internal baffle so the refrigerator compartment has the airflow specified for the trailer. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free. The work is meant to address refrigerator vents installed in the wrong location, which can let the compartment overheat and shut the refrigerator down through its high temperature sensors.
Timeline
| June 14, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 22, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V432?
Recall 16V432 covers 61 2016-2017 Kzrv Spree travel trailers with refrigerator vents installed in the wrong location. The refrigerator compartment can overheat and trigger high-temperature sensors that shut the refrigerator down. Kzrv dealers install a larger refrigerator vent and extend the internal baffle for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Kzrv Spree is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V432. If it is, contact a franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule the refrigerator vent repair. Reference recall number 16V432 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. For recall 16V432, Kzrv dealers install a larger refrigerator vent and extend the internal baffle free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is refrigerator overheating. In recall 16V432, the vent location can cause the refrigerator compartment to overheat. If the high-temperature sensor does not shut the refrigerator down, overheating increases the risk of fire.
What if I bought this Kzrv Spree used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016-2017 Kzrv Spree is included in recall 16V432, then call a franchised Kzrv dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V432000 |
|---|---|
| Kzrv customer service | 1-800-768-4016 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V432 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V432000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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