2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
4
Recalls
16
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
The 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER, TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY, EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR. 16 technical service bulletins have been issued by Brinkley RV for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z, potentially affecting up to 8,404 vehicles.
Recall 25V286000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
| 1,607 vehicles affected
Defect: Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model G and Model Z fifth wheel travel trailers, equipped with a removable step assembly. The clip-on bracket mounting bolts may come loose, allowing the steps to detach.
Consequence: Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clip-on bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2025. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2502.
View full details →Recall 24V885000 — TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
| 466 vehicles affected
Defect: Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model Z Fifth Wheel trailers equipped with Curt Helux Pin Boxes. The pin box fasteners may have been improperly tightened.
Consequence: The fasteners can loosen and fall out, allowing the tow vehicle to detach from the pin box and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2405.
View full details →Recall 24V476000 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR
| 3,157 vehicles affected
Defect: Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Model Z fifth wheels and Model Z-Air travel trailers. The 12-volt system may have been incorrectly wired without overcurrent protection and with undersized wiring for the refrigerator, which can result in overheating.
Consequence: Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2402.
View full details →Recall 24V476000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 3,157 vehicles affected
Defect: Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Model Z fifth wheels and Model Z-Air travel trailers. The 12-volt system may have been incorrectly wired without overcurrent protection and with undersized wiring for the refrigerator, which can result in overheating.
Consequence: Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in July 8, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2402.
View full details →Recall 24V037000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
| 17 vehicles affected
Defect: Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2024 Model Z recreational vehicles. The axle spindle weld may fail, resulting in the wheel assembly detaching from the axle.
Consequence: Wheel assembly detachment increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed in February 05, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2401.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Two out of four seals were blowen on the breakdrum and breaks drums contaminated with grease.
Safety Rating for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
Brinkley RV has issued 16 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
WI-008-2025 Model Z REV C — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This is an updated Work Instruction (new part number) explaining how to install a new magnet switch and relay to address a pantry light switch that is operating intermittently.
Model Z-Air Seals — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
As part of our ongoing pursuit of product improvement, we would like to address some recent seal concerns on our Model Z AIR Travel Trailers (entry doors, baggage doors, and front cap light lenses). This communication directs owners on the procedures for inspecting their units for possible leaks.
WI-019-2024 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Brinkley RV has determined that under certain circumstances there can be minor water intrusion into the bedroom under the bedroom slide out. Brinkley RV has determined the bottom slide-out facia backer presses against the water tray below the slideout when the room is fully extended. This pressure can limit the...
WI-005-2025 Model Z AIR — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Brinkley RV has determined that under certain conditions, an excessive heat concern can occur in the pantry cabinet in the kitchen of the Model Z-Air travel trailer. Brinkley RV will, at no charge to the customer, provide a furnace vent kit to address the concern.
WI-004-2024 Anti-Siphon — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Brinkley RV has determined that under certain conditions, a siphon condition can occur in the fresh water holding tank plumbing, causing a loss of fresh water. Brinkley RV will, at no charge to the customer, provide anti-siphon valves to address the concern.
Front_Cap_Lens_Peeling_RE — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Brinkley RV has determined that under certain conditions the decorative light lens covers may peel, allowing the possibility of water intrusion and damage to the LED light strips behind them. This is a supporting document to the previous informational submittal 24MC11003772.
20240626 — STRUCTURE:BODY
This communication was made in e-mail format to dealers, alerting them of potential adhesion issues on front cap lens covers. Related issues will be covered by Brinkley RV under warranty.
WI-Z-0001-2024 Rev-A — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
In certain Model Z fifth wheels, Brinkley RV has determined there may be an issue with placement of the bedroom slide-out rollers on the bedroom floor. The positioning of the roller is such that it may cause damage to the bottom of the lower side panels of the bed platform.
TSB-2401 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On certain Model Z Fifth Wheels and Model Z-Air Travel Trailers, the bunk bed mattresses were constructed by the supplier with staples. As a proactive measure, Brinkley RV (in partnership with the mattress supplier, Lippert) will, at no charge to the customer, provide replacement mattresses for the potentially affected units.
CSC-2309 — EQUIPMENT
It has come to our attention that the polycarbonate plastic utilized to manufacture attic vents for the RV industry may be incompatible with the 5121 self-leveling roof sealant that we utilize. We have received reports of cracked attic vents in the field that we believe are the result of the...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
- 2023 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z — 0 complaints
- 2024 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z (current)
- 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z — 4 complaints
- 2026 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z — 0 complaints
Other BRINKLEY RV Models
- BRINKLEY RV MODEL G — 2 total complaints
- BRINKLEY RV MODEL I — 0 total complaints