Kzrv Inferno

Model Inferno made by Kzrv got 3 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to service brakes, hydraulic and structure. There were some recalls concerningequipment and suspension.

Inferno year 2008

Recalls
Consumer Complaints

Model 2008

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
11V022000	KZRV, L.P.		V (Vehicle)	1798	03/03/2011	ODI	KZRV, L.P.	01/24/2011	01/25/2011
Defect Summary	Kzrv is recalling certain towable travel trailers equipped with 1200-series norcold refrigerators. the population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. the response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.
Consequence Summary	The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.
Corrective Summary	Kzrv is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. the safety recall began on march 3, 2011. owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101.
Notes	Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SUSPENSION
08V307000	KZRV, L.P.	from 10/01/2007 to 04/08/2008	V (Vehicle)	419	07/17/2008	MFR	KZRV, L.P.	07/10/2008	07/10/2008
Defect Summary	Kzrv is recalling 419 my 2008 inferno fifth wheel toy hauler trailers equipped with lippert suspension hangers. these suspension hangers may be at risk of premature wear or failure.
Consequence Summary	This could result in the unit exhibiting unusual body lean, poor handling while being towed, excessive tire wear, and/or failure without prior warning.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will inspect and reinforce the suspension hangers free of charge. the recall began on july 17, 2008. owners may contact kzrv at 866-524-7821.
Notes	Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Consumer Complaints

Fail date	miles	occurences	Purchase date
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
08/16/2008
	Tl*the contact owns a 2008 kzrv inferno trailer. the contact stated that she had to use the trucks' brakes to stop the vehicle since the trailer brakes have reduced braking capability. increased stopping distances increased the risk of a vehicle crash. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technician re-adjusted the brakes; however, the repair did not remedy the failure. the dealer was notified and the technician has not been able to develop a remedy. the manufacturer was also notified. the vehicle identification number was unavailable. the failure and current mileages were not applicable.
STRUCTURE - BODY
03/05/2008
	Tl*the contact owns a 2008 kzrv inferno. the contact noticed pitting on the vehicle wherever metal is located on the outside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they would not service it, even though it was still under warranty. the mileages were unknown.
SUSPENSION - REAR
07/27/2008
	Tl*the contact owns a 2008 kzrv inferno. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 08v307000 (suspension). he called the manufacturer and they stated that they would get back to him when they had availability. afterwards, the rear driver's side suspension hanger separated from the frame while he was backing into a parking garage. the failure caused the trailer to drop from the frame to the axle. the contact attempted to call the manufacturer again, but the line was busy. the failure mileage was unknown.