Recall 15V491000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING Defect in 2006-2016 DRV ESTATES ALL
RECALL This recall affects up to 7,465 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V491000 |
| Manufacturer | DRV Suites |
| Vehicles Affected | 7,465 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
2006 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2007 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2008 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2009 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2010 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2011 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2012 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2013 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2013 DRV ESTATES ALL, 2014 DRV ESTATES ALL, 2014 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2014 DRV TRADITION, 2014 DRV FULL HOUSE, 2015 DRV FULL HOUSE, 2015 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL, 2015 DRV ESTATES ALL, 2015 DRV TRADITION, 2016 DRV ESTATES ALL, 2016 DRV FULL HOUSE, 2016 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL
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Defect Description
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."
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Related Recalls for DRV
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V305000 | 2024 DRV FULL HOUSE | STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER | 16 | |
| 22V649000 | 2022 DRV MOBILE SUITES | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS | 491 | |
| 22V292000 | 2022 DRV MOBILE SUITES | EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS | 88 | |
| 21V733000 | 2019 DRV ELITE SUITE | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER | 715 | |
| 21V726000 | 2021 DRV MOBILE SUITES | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 77 | |
| 17V753000 | 2015 DRV TRADITION | EQUIPMENT | 7,896 | |
| 16V896000 | 2017 DRV FULL HOUSE | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 26 | |
| 16V949000 | 2016 DRV ELITE SUITES ALL | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER | 110 | |
| 16V820000 | 2016 DRV FULL HOUSE | EQUIPMENT | 15 | |
| 13V369000 | 2014 DRV TRADITION | EQUIPMENT | 129 |