Recall 17V688 affects 151 2017-2018 Kzrv Connect recreational trailers missing GFCI protection for the outside kitchen outlet. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
Kzrv is recalling 151 2017-2018 Connect recreational trailers with an outside kitchen because the outlet lacks Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter protection. Without that circuit protection, a person faces shock risk, and Kzrv dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The outside kitchen outlet on affected 2017-2018 Kzrv Connect recreational trailers is supposed to have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter protection. A GFCI outlet watches the flow of electricity and shuts the circuit off when current starts moving through an unintended path. That protection matters more in an outside kitchen because the outlet sits near moisture, cooking equipment, and outdoor use.
On these Connect trailers, the design specified a standard outlet in the outside kitchen compartment instead of a GFCI outlet. The standard outlet still provides power, but it does not add the same automatic shutoff protection. The defect is the outlet type, not the trailer wiring as a whole.
Owners will not hear, smell, or feel a change before this problem matters. There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is present because the wrong outlet was installed in that outside kitchen location.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Kzrv Connect | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Kzrv Connect | electrical system |
| Units affected | 151 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Without the required circuit protection, the 110 volt outlet can shock a person. There is no warning sign before the hazard, so keep people away from that outlet and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Kzrv Connect trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule the free GFCI outlet replacement that adds shock protection to the outside kitchen outlet.
- Avoid using the outside kitchen outlet until the GFCI outlet repair is complete.
- Bring the recall notice if Kzrv mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V688 when you call.
- Call Kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016 with questions about scheduling or dealer support.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kzrv technician replaces the outside kitchen's 110 volt outlet with a GFCI outlet. That outlet adds ground fault protection for the exterior kitchen area. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Kzrv has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair before the recall work was completed. Keep your repair order and payment records, then ask Kzrv customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit the documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| October 31, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| November 30, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 22, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| December 22, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 22, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 22, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V688?
Recall 17V688 covers 151 2017-2018 Kzrv Connect recreational trailers equipped with an outside kitchen. The outside kitchen outlet lacks Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter protection, so a person can be shocked. Kzrv dealers replace the 110 volt outlet with a GFCI outlet for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Kzrv Connect is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 17V688. If it is, contact a franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule replacement of the outside kitchen outlet. Reference recall number 17V688000 or KZ-2017-08 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall rules require the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 17V688, Kzrv dealers replace the affected 110 volt outside kitchen outlet with a GFCI outlet free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 17V688?
The safety risk is electric shock. The outside kitchen outlet on affected Kzrv Connect trailers does not have GFCI protection, which is designed to cut power when it detects an electrical fault. Until the repair is complete, use caution around that outlet.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V688000 |
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| Kzrv customer service | 1-800-768-4016 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V688 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V688000 |
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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