DRV Full House problems & recalls

Problem: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain 2024-2025 full house toy hauler travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. the clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.

Risk: Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the clip-on bracket assembly, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2025. owners may contact drv customer service at 1-260-562-3500.

Problem: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain 2022 drv mobile suites and full house fifth wheel recreational vehicles. the quick disconnect fittings in the lp gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fittings, if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed in june 29, 2022. owners may contact drv customer service at 1-260-562-3500.

Problem: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain 2007-2018 elite suites, 2014-2018 full house, 2003-2018 mobile suites, 2010-2018 mobile suite estates, 2006-2012 select suite, 2013-2016 tradition, and 2017 travel suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Drv will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall began on january 15, 2018. owners may contact drv customer service at 1-574-457-6472, or kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information.

Problem: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain model year 2017 full house recreational trailers, models jx450, lx410, lx450 and lx455, manufactured august 29, 2016, to november 30, 2016. the affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that may be insufficient, and as a result, the top of the door may swing down with more force than normal.

Risk: If the door does not open as expected, there would be an increased risk of injury to those in the door's path.

Fix: Drv will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the weld thickness, and if necessary replace the hinge, 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 99.02.07.

Problem: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 full house trailers, models jx450, lx450, lx455 and tx500, manufactured october 31, 2014, to august 20, 2015, equipped with aluminum black ladders manufactured by christianson industries. the affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

Risk: If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Drv will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2016. owners may contact drv customer service at 1-260-562-3500. drv's number for this recall is 99-02-06.

Problem: Drv suites (drv) is recalling certain 2014-2015 tradition, 2014-2016 full house, 2006-2016 elite suites, and 2013-2016 estates fifth wheel travel trailers. the affected vehicles have front side reflex reflectors located above the maximum height of 60". as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk: If the reflector is located outside of the required area, it can reduce the visibility of the vehicle by other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Drv has notified owners and will provide a new reflector to install in the correct location, free of charge. the recall began july 21, 2017. owners may contact drv customer service at 1-260-562-3500. drv's number for this recall is 99.02.05.