2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
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Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
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Investigations
Overview of the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER
The 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER.
Recalls for the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER, potentially affecting up to 142,676 vehicles.
Recall 21V426000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
| 100 vehicles affected
Defect: KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2019 KZ RV Sidewinder vehicles equipped with a Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Consequence: Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153.
View full details →Recall 18V540000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 1,160 vehicles affected
Defect: KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2017-2019 KZRV Durango, Venom and Sidewinder recreational trailers. The Federal Certification label incorrectly lists the tire size as being ST235/80R16G, however, the correct tire size is ST235/85R16G.
Consequence: The incorrect information may result in the incorrect tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Federal Certification label, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2018-08.
View full details →Recall 18V242000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 7,370 vehicles affected
Defect: KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2019 KZRV Durango, Spree, Spree Escape, Connect, Sportsmen, Sidewinder, and Venom recreational trailers. The Solera Smart Arm awning may deploy while moving.
Consequence: If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: KZRV will contact owners, and dealers will replace the awning controller. The recall began on June 15, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2018-04.
View full details →Recall 17V749000 — EQUIPMENT
| 134,046 vehicles affected
Defect: KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling various 2002-2018 recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V749-9547.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: KZRV will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153, or Kidde customer service...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER.
Safety Rating for the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the KZRV SIDEWINDER
- 2017 KZRV SIDEWINDER — 0 complaints
- 2018 KZRV SIDEWINDER (current)
- 2019 KZRV SIDEWINDER — 0 complaints
Other KZRV Models
- KZRV SPORTSMEN — 18 total complaints
- KZRV DURANGO — 11 total complaints
- KZRV SPORTTREK — 9 total complaints
- KZRV SPREE — 7 total complaints
- KZRV MXT SPORTSTER — 6 total complaints
- KZRV SPORTSMEN SPORTSTER — 5 total complaints
- KZRV SPORTSTER — 5 total complaints
- KZRV COYOTE — 4 total complaints