Recall 22V552 covers 4,449 2022-2023 Kzrv trailers for awnings that can drop beyond normal operation. Free repair once available.
Kzrv is recalling 4,449 2022-2023 Connect, Durango Gold, Sonic, and other travel trailers because the electric retractable awning fabric has a welded seam that can separate and let the awning drop beyond normal operation. That condition can increase the risk of injury, and the dealer repair will be free once Kzrv makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The electric retractable awning on affected 2022-2023 Kzrv travel trailers is the fabric shade that rolls out from the side of the coach. Its fabric is attached to a PVC track, a plastic strip that holds the awning material in position as the motor rolls the awning in and out. That connection has to stay joined so the awning moves in its normal range.
On these trailers, the weld between the awning fabric and the adjoining PVC track was not bonded deeply enough in some areas. The weak bond lets the fabric separate from the track. Once that joint opens, the awning can drop farther than it should during operation instead of staying controlled by the roller and track.
Owners can look for a visible separation at the ends of the awning roll along the side of the trailer. If the fabric is pulling away from the track, that is the warning sign before the awning drops beyond normal operation.
Who's affected?
The shared thread is the awning: each listed trailer line ties this recall to the same body or structural component.
| 2022 Kzrv Durango Gold | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2022 Kzrv Confluence | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Sonic | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Connect | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Sportsmen | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Sporttrek | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Spree Escape | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Spree Escape | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Sportsmen Classic | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Durango | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Sporttrek | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Venom | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Durango | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Venom | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Confluence | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Durango Gold | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Sportster | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Sportsmen Classic | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Sonic | body or structural component |
| 2023 Kzrv Sportster | body or structural component |
| 2022 Kzrv Connect | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 4,449 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no 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?
An awning that drops or extends beyond normal travel can injure someone near the coach. If you see partial weld separation at either end of the awning roll, stop using the awning and schedule dealer inspection soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Kzrv dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Kzrv trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016 before scheduling, and ask whether the free awning inspection and replacement is open for your VIN.
- Schedule service with a franchised Kzrv dealer once Kzrv confirms the repair is open; the dealer inspects the electric retractable awning and replaces it if the fabric weld can let the awning drop beyond normal operation.
- Bring the recall notice if Kzrv mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V552 and Kzrv recall KZ-2022-04 when you call.
- Keep people clear of the electric retractable awning and avoid operating it until a dealer inspects it.
What happens at the repair
Once Kzrv opens the final dealer repair, a Kzrv technician will inspect the electric retractable awning and replace the awning if the fabric weld has separated or the awning drops beyond normal operation. Parts and labor will be covered under the recall. Kzrv used its general reimbursement plan for this campaign, so documented out-of-pocket awning repairs already paid before the recall notice are handled through that plan. Keep repair invoices and payment records for the reimbursement request.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 29, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 19, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 27, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| September 27, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 27, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V552?
Recall 22V552 covers 4,449 2022-2023 Kzrv travel trailers with electric retractable awning fabric that can separate at a welded seam. If the awning drops or extends beyond normal operation, it can increase the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect and replace affected awnings as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Kzrv travel trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V552. If it is, contact a franchised Kzrv dealer or Kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016 to ask about the awning inspection and replacement path. Reference recall number KZ-2022-04 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 22V552, Kzrv dealers will inspect the electric retractable awning and replace it as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from an awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation. The defect involves the electric retractable awning fabric separating at a welded seam. Keep people clear of the awning area until a dealer confirms whether your trailer needs the free repair.
What if I bought my Kzrv trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received Kzrv's September 19, 2022 owner letter, check your VIN and reference recall 22V552 or KZ-2022-04 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V552000 |
|---|---|
| Kzrv customer service | 1-800-768-4016 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V552 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V552000 |
Source documents
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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 Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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