DRV Select problems & recalls

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), formerly doubletree rv, is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2011 select, mobile, and elite suite recreational vehicles manufactured from june 12,2007, through october 27,2010 and equipped with disc brakes. due to the paint applied to the aluminum wheel and hub face, the wheel may become loose.

Risk: This situation can result in the wheel/rim moving, shearing of the wheel studs and the wheel coming off of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Drv will notify owners, and dealers will remove the paint from the hub face and the back of the wheels free of charge. the safety recall began on march 5, 2012. owners may contact drv at 1-574-457-6472.

Problem: Drv is recalling certain model year 2011 select, mobile and elite suite 5th wheel recreational vehicles equipped with itc 2 wire dimmer switches. the dimmer circuit board overheats during use causing the circuit board and dimmer housing to melt and deform. as the dimmer switch fails, the lights may become inoperable or not work correctly and there may be a noticeable smoke or burning smell.

Risk: The failure of the dimmer switch will cause the lights to stop dimming and/or working. an overheated switch can also lead to personal injury and/or fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the dimmer switches free of charge. the safety recall began on may 3, 2011. owners may contact drv at 1-574-457-6472.