Recall 21V013 affects 806 2021 Kzrv Sonic, Escape, and Sportsmen Classic recreational trailers for a wrong microwave breaker. Free repair at a franchised Kzrv dealer.
Kzrv is recalling 806 2021 Sonic, Escape, and Sportsmen Classic recreational trailers because the microwave circuits were connected to a 20amp circuit breaker instead of a 15amp breaker. The wrong amperage breaker can leave the circuit without adequate protection and increase the risk of a fire; Kzrv dealers will correct the issue free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The microwave circuit in the 2021 Kzrv Sonic, Escape, and Sportsmen Classic recreational trailers is the wiring path that feeds power to the microwave. That circuit uses 14/2 wire, and the circuit breaker is supposed to protect that wire by shutting the circuit off when current rises above the safe limit.
On affected trailers, the microwave circuit was connected to a 20 amp breaker instead of a 15 amp breaker. The breaker allows more current than the 14/2 wire is meant to carry before it trips. That mismatch means the wiring is not protected at the proper limit, which is the defect Kzrv traced to a production error.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a dashboard message, appliance alert, or other clear symptom from the trailer before the circuit is overloaded.
Who's affected?
Included models are Sonic, Escape, and Sportsmen Classic trailers, with the microwave/vent hood and wiring listed separately for this recall.
| 2021 Kzrv Sonic | Microwave/vent hood |
|---|---|
| 2021 Kzrv Escape | Microwave/vent hood |
| 2021 Kzrv Escape | wiring |
| 2021 Kzrv Sonic | wiring |
| 2021 Kzrv Sportsmen Classic | Microwave/vent hood |
| 2021 Kzrv Sportsmen Classic | wiring |
| Units affected | 806 |
| 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?
A 20 amp circuit breaker where a 15 amp breaker belongs can leave the electrical circuit without adequate protection. That raises the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before this protection problem. Schedule the breaker replacement with the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Kzrv dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Kzrv Sonic, Escape, or Sportsmen Classic is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kzrv dealer to schedule the free microwave circuit-breaker replacement.
- Ask the dealer to replace the 20 amp microwave circuit breaker with the correct 15 amp circuit breaker that restores circuit protection.
- Bring the recall notice if Kzrv has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V013 when you call.
- Avoid using the microwave until the dealer confirms the 15 amp circuit breaker is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kzrv technician replaces the 20 amp circuit breaker on the microwave circuit with a 15 amp circuit breaker. The recall repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free of charge. Kzrv has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related circuit breaker or microwave circuit repair before the recall work. Keep invoices and repair paperwork, then contact Kzrv customer service or ask the dealer service desk how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 15, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 22, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 16, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| March 16, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 16, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V013?
Recall 21V013 covers 806 2021 Kzrv Sonic, Escape, and Sportsmen Classic recreational trailers with microwave circuits connected to a 20 amp breaker instead of a 15 amp breaker, increasing fire risk. Kzrv dealers replace the breaker for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Kzrv Sonic, Escape, or Sportsmen Classic is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 21V013. If it is, contact a Kzrv dealer to schedule replacement of the 20 amp circuit breaker with a 15 amp circuit breaker. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Kzrv dealers will replace the incorrect 20 amp circuit breaker with the correct 15 amp circuit breaker free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The microwave circuit was connected to a breaker with the wrong amperage, which does not give the circuit the protection it needs. If your VIN is included, arrange the free breaker replacement with a Kzrv dealer.
When did the Kzrv recall repair start?
Kzrv began the recall repair on February 22, 2021. Owners with included trailers can contact a Kzrv dealer for the free circuit breaker replacement, or call Kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016 for recall support.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V013000 |
|---|---|
| Kzrv customer service | 1-800-768-4016 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V013 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V013000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →