2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
The 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER, TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Brinkley RV for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Service Brakes (1 complaint), and Service Brakes Electric (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z, potentially affecting up to 2,148 vehicles.
Recall 25V497000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 35 vehicles affected
Defect: Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2025 Model Z trailers. The electrical wiring may not be secured properly, which can result in damaged wiring and a short circuit.
Consequence: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the electrical wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 14, 2025. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2503.
View full details →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 24V717000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 40 vehicles affected
Defect: Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2025 Model Z travel trailers. The installed safety chains are underrated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Consequence: Underrated chains can break, allowing the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2024. Owners may contact Brinkley customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2403.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Electric | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheelshub | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2025 Brinkley RV Model Z. The contact stated that while the RV was parked in the driveway, the contact heard popping sounds coming from the RV. The contact then noticed there were sparks coming from under the RV before it caught fire. The contact put out the fire with a hose. The contact stated that the fire started on the driver's side rear wheel. The fire department arrived at the residence to inspect for hot spots. A fire department report was filed, and the cause of the fire was determined to be electrical. The contact stated that three days before the failure, the RV was used for camping, and the "Trailer Brake Failure" message displayed while driving; however, upon inspection, no failure was found. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The insurance company did not deem the RV totaled, but instead determined that it was an electrical fire with no origin. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.
The contact owns a 2025 Brinkley RV Model Z. The contact stated that while the RV was parked in the driveway, the contact heard popping sounds coming from the RV. The contact then noticed there were sparks coming from under the RV before it caught fire. The contact put out the fire with a hose. The contact stated that the fire started on the driver's side rear wheel. The fire department arrived at the residence to inspect for hot spots. A fire department report was filed, and the cause of the fire was determined to be electrical. The contact stated that three days before the failure, the RV was used for camping, and the "Trailer Brake Failure" message displayed while driving; however, upon inspection, no failure was found. The RV was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The insurance company did not deem the RV totaled, but instead determined that it was an electrical fire with no origin. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.
Grease seals are blown. Grease everywhere on brakes. This is a known issue and no manufacturer are doing a recall. They are asking everyone to pull the drms and see if yours are affected. Going to cause an accident before too long.
Grease seals are blown. Grease everywhere on brakes. This is a known issue and no manufacturer are doing a recall. They are asking everyone to pull the drms and see if yours are affected. Going to cause an accident before too long.
Safety Rating for the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
Brinkley RV has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
WI-014-2025 Model G and Z — STRUCTURE:BODY
This is a repair instruction outlining how to make sidewall repairs in the event there are cracks in the sidewall of a unit. This instruction has been shared with a limited number of dealer partners who have been trained on the specific fiberglass and associated sidewall repairs on Brinkley Model...
WI-003-2024 REV-B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REV-B revision to previous document: Brinkley RV has determined that under certain conditions the decorative light lens covers on the front cap may peel, allowing the possibility of water intrusion and damage to the LED light strips behind them.
WI-008-2025 Model Z — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In certain models and floor plans, Brinkley RV has identified a concern with the pantry light switch becoming inoperable. The following are detailed instructions for installation of a new magnet switch and relay to improve product performance.
WI-006-2025 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This document is related to adjusting a possible nuisance condition where the convertible dinette/desk may not have smooth operation when converting from one set-up to another. Brinkley RV has determined that under certain conditions, a Dinesk™ may not function properly. The Dinesk™ will not retract correctly, and when extended may...
REC-2402 — STRUCTURE:BODY
On certain Model Z-Air Travel Trailers (total population of 7), the draw bars on the A-frames were built with under-sized steel members. The frame structure is constructed appropriately for expected usage but has minimal Safety Factor above the vehicles’ rated GVWR. Under certain dynamic loading conditions, the steel beams in...
20240828-001 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This communication provides a response/resolution to complaints about Air Conditioner noise and short-cycling concerns on the Z Air Travel Trailer product (258 units with VIN range 000001 - 000258).
NHTSA Investigations for the 2025 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 — 1 complaint
- 2025 BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z (current)
- 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