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SevereNHTSA·16V949000·Announced 2016-12-23

DRV Recalls 2016-2017 Elite and Mobile Suites Due to Brake Bolt Issue

DRV Suites is recalling 2016-2017 Elite and Mobile Suites fifth wheel trailers because brake caliper bolts may loosen, potentially causing a loss of braking capability.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake caliper bolts) that can lead to a loss of braking capability and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

DRV Suites is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Elite Suites and Mobile Suites fifth wheel recreational trailers. These vehicles were manufactured between January 29, 2016, and November 14, 2016. The recall involves 110 units.

The defect involves brake caliper bolts that may loosen, which can cause a loss of braking capability. A loss of braking capability can increase the risk of a crash.

DRV has notified owners, and dealers will replace the caliper bolts and sleeves using a thread adhesive, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99.02.08. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
DRV MOBILE SUITE, ELITE SUITES ALL
Brand
DRV
Manufacturer
DRV Suites
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
110

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • MOBILE SUITE
  • ELITE SUITES ALL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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