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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 17V518📅 Aug 24, 2017

2017–2018 K-Z Sportsmen & 2017–2018 K-Z Sportster recall: tires

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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

🔧 The 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
17V518000
Manufacturer recall #
KZ-2017-05
Manufacturer
KZRV, L.P.
Vehicles affected
23
Component
TIRES
Owner phone
1-800-768-4016
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 30, 2017
Built
Nov 12, 2016 – Jul 27, 2017
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 17V518 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 17V518?

2017–2018 K-Z Sportsmen & 2017–2018 K-Z Sportster. 23 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized K-Z dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-768-4016.