The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·21V013000·Announced 2021-01-15

2021 KZRV Recreational Trailers Recalled for Improper Microwave Circuit Protection

KZRV recalls 2021 Escape, Sonic, and Sportsmen Classic trailers with microwave circuits on improper 20-amp circuit breakers (should be 15-amp), creating fire risk. Owners should request free replacement from KZRV.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a vehicle electrical defect creating increased fire risk; however, no fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported. Per the severity rubric, when the hazard is theoretical and no injuries are reported, the maximum score is 3.

Plain-English summary

KZRV, L.P. is recalling certain 2021 recreational trailers, specifically the Escape, Sonic, and Sportsmen Classic models. The affected units have microwave circuits that are improperly connected to 20-amp circuit breakers when they should be connected to 15-amp circuit breakers.

This improper electrical configuration may not provide adequate circuit protection. As a result, the microwave circuit poses an increased risk of fire.

Owners should contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 (extension 154 or 153) to arrange a free replacement of the circuit breaker. The recall began February 22, 2021. For additional information, owners may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov. KZRV's recall number is KZ-2021-01.

The recalled product

Product
KZRV ESCAPE, SONIC, SPORTSMEN CLASSIC
Brand
KZRV
Manufacturer
KZRV, L.P.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
806

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 (3)

  • ESCAPE
  • SONIC
  • SPORTSMEN CLASSIC

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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