Recall 16V898 covers 262 2016-2017 Kzrv Durango and Venom trailers for rear cargo door hinge weld defects. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
Kzrv is recalling 262 2016-2017 Durango and Venom toyhaulers and fifth wheel trailers because rear cargo door hinge welds can be insufficient, letting the top of the door swing down harder than normal. If the door does not open as expected, people in its path face increased injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear cargo door on 2016-2017 Kzrv Durango and Venom toy haulers and fifth wheel trailers uses hinges to hold the door in line as it opens and closes. Those hinges carry the door's weight and control how the top of the door moves, especially when the door is being lowered or raised.
On affected trailers, the welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate are not strong enough. A weld is the metal joint that locks those hinge pieces together. If that joint does not hold as designed, the top of the cargo door can swing down with more force than normal instead of moving in a controlled way.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should treat any unusual hinge movement, binding, or sudden door drop as a reason to stop using the cargo door until a dealer inspects it.
Who's affected?
Covers Durango and Venom trailers across the 2016 and 2017 model years, with the same body-door hinge and attachment component.
| 2017 Kzrv Durango | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2016 Kzrv Venom | body structure |
| 2017 Kzrv Venom | body structure |
| 2016 Kzrv Durango | body structure |
| Units affected | 262 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
A rear door that does not open as expected can put people in the door's path at higher risk of injury. Keep people clear of the rear door while opening or closing it, and schedule the dealer inspection so the hinge weld thickness can be checked. Repair will be free at any franchised Kzrv dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Kzrv Durango or Venom is included in this recall.
- Contact Kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016 before scheduling if you do not have the owner notice.
- Ask a franchised Kzrv dealer about the free rear-door-hinge weld inspection and hinge replacement, which fixes the cargo door that can swing down with more force than normal.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 16V898 when you call.
- Keep people clear of the rear cargo door path until the hinge inspection and any needed repair are complete.
What happens at the repair
The service department inspects the rear cargo door hinge weld thickness, including the welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate. If the welds are not thick enough, a Kzrv technician replaces the rear door hinges. The inspection and any hinge replacement are free under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm the work order lists recall 16V898 before the trailer is released.
Timeline
| December 14, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 13, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V898?
Recall 16V898 covers 262 2016-2017 Kzrv Durango and Venom toyhaulers and fifth wheel trailers with rear cargo door hinge welds that lack enough thickness. The top of the door can swing down with more force than normal, increasing injury risk for anyone in the door's path.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Kzrv Durango or Venom is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V898. If it is, contact a franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule the rear cargo door hinge inspection. The dealer will replace the hinges if needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V898, Kzrv dealers will inspect the rear cargo door hinge weld thickness and replace the rear door hinges if needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk with recall 16V898?
The safety risk is injury to anyone standing in the rear cargo door's path. If the door does not open as expected, the top of the door can swing down with more force than normal. Keep people clear of the door path until the repair is complete.
What if I bought my Kzrv Durango or Venom used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2016-2017 Kzrv Durango or Venom is included, then reference recall 16V898 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V898000 |
|---|---|
| Kzrv customer service | 1-800-768-4016 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V898 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V898000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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