K-Z Sportster problems & recalls

Problem: Kzrv, l.p. (kzrv) is recalling certain 2017-2018 sportsmen and sportster recreational trailers. the tires may rub against the steel enclosure housing for the sewer hose, causing premature tire wear.

Risk: Premature tire wear, may result in sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Kzrv will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the sewer hose enclosure, free of charge. the recall began on august 30, 2017. owners may contact kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153. kzrv's number for this recall is kz-2017-05.

Problem: On certain travel and fifth wheel trailers equipped with hickory springs 'big easy triple steps,' an improper engagement of the bottom step pivot arm with the formed stop edge of the middle step support bracket can result in the bottom step rotating to an unsafe downward angle.

Risk: A person could be injured should the step give way while being used to enter or exit the trailer.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the trailers for the manufacturing date sticker to verify the date of production of the step and, if necessary, will weld stock to each side of the lower (triple) step stop edges. the recall began on march 21, 2007. owners may contact kzrv at 1-800-768-4016.