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2017 Kzrv Venom Recalls & Complaints

The 2017 Kzrv Venom has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Kzrv dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Kzrv Venom. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2017 Kzrv Venom owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Kzrv Venom, describing incidents dated February 28, 2018 to December 15, 2019.

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Structure 2 complaints

Newest complaints

ODI #11296872 · Filed January 3, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KZRV VENOM FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDE OUTS FAILED TO EXTEND AND OPEN. THE CAMPER WAS TAKEN TO LLOYD'S RV CENTER (7415 TX-62, ORANGE, TX 77632) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS FLEXING. THE CAMPER WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE CONTACT WAS…
ODI #11089950 · Filed April 24, 2018
THE 2017 K-Z VENOM 5TH WHEEL TOY HAULER HAS AN ISSUE WITH THE FRAME BEING WEAK AND FLEXING. I KNOW OF 3 OF THESE UNITS AT ONE SMALL DEALERSHIP IN ATHENS, TEXAS (ATHENS RV) THAT A HAVE FLEX IN THE FRAME THAT ACCORDING TO INFORMATION FROM SEVERAL SOURCES INDICATE THAT THERE IS NO FIX. THE FRAME IS…

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Incorrect Tire Information on Federal Cert Label

NHTSA #18V540000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice

Reported August 16, 2018 · KZRV, L.P.

Potentially affected: 1,160 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Kzrv campaign KZ-2018-08 · Owners notified October 5, 2018 · Vehicles built January 11, 2017 – August 9, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

The incorrect information may result in the incorrect tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable

NHTSA #17V749000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice

Reported November 21, 2017 · KZRV, L.P.

Potentially affected: 134,046 vehicles

Repair completion: 7.55% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified January 15, 2018

Defect description

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 the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Safety consequence

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer 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 toll free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Rubber Gas Hose Connected to Pilot Light

NHTSA #17V347000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — LPG Systems — Lines and Fittings · NHTSA notice

Reported May 30, 2017 · KZRV, L.P.

Potentially affected: 41 vehicles

Repair completion: 56.1% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified June 5, 2017 · Vehicles built August 13, 2015 – April 24, 2017 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Venom fifth-wheel travel trailers, models 4040DQ and 4011QK, equipped with the outside kitchen option. The affected vehicles do not have a 12" copper pipe between the rubber gas supply hose and the cooktop pilot light.

Safety consequence

Without the copper pipe, the rubber gas line may be too close to the pilot light and get too hot and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will install a 12" copper extension between the pilot light and the rubber gas line, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 153 or 154.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Rear Door Hinge Weld may be Insufficient

NHTSA #16V898000 · Structure — Body — Door — Hinge and Attachments · NHTSA notice

Reported December 14, 2016 · KZRV, L.P.

Potentially affected: 262 vehicles

Repair completion: 17.18% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified January 13, 2017 · Vehicles built January 11, 2016 – December 2, 2016 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Venom and Durango Gold toyhaulers and fifth wheel trailers manufactured January 11, 2016, to December 2, 2016. The affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that may be insufficient, and as a result, the top of the door may swing down with more force than normal.

Safety consequence

If the door does not open as expected, there would be an increased risk of injury to those in the door's path.

Manufacturer remedy

KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the weld thickness, and if necessary replace the rear door hinges, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2017. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2017 Kzrv Venom. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

2 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Kzrv Venom.

Structure

ODI #11296872

Incident: December 15, 2019 · Filed: January 3, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KZRV VENOM FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDE OUTS FAILED TO EXTEND AND OPEN. THE CAMPER WAS TAKEN TO LLOYD'S RV CENTER (7415 TX-62, ORANGE, TX 77632) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS FLEXING. THE CAMPER WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE CAMPER WAS UNUSABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND DID NOT ASSIST.

Structure

ODI #11089950

Incident: February 28, 2018 · Filed: April 24, 2018

THE 2017 K-Z VENOM 5TH WHEEL TOY HAULER HAS AN ISSUE WITH THE FRAME BEING WEAK AND FLEXING. I KNOW OF 3 OF THESE UNITS AT ONE SMALL DEALERSHIP IN ATHENS, TEXAS (ATHENS RV) THAT A HAVE FLEX IN THE FRAME THAT ACCORDING TO INFORMATION FROM SEVERAL SOURCES INDICATE THAT THERE IS NO FIX. THE FRAME IS MADE BY LIPPERT AND WAS ALLEGED SHORTENED WHEN THEY MADE THIS PARTICULAR MODEL. LIPPERT SENT A TECHNICIAN TO TEXAS TO FIX THE ISSUE, BUT THE DEALERSHIP DISCOVERED AFTER THE TRAILER WAS REASSEMBLE THAT THE FRAME WAS STILL FLEXING AFTER THE "FIX". ONE OF THE UNITS IS SO BAD THAT THE OWNERS HAVE BEEN ASKED NOT TO PICK UP THE UNIT, EVEN THOUGH THEY NEED THE TRAILER, FOR FEAR THAT THE WEAK FRAME COULD LEAD TO A DANGEROUS SITUATION WHILE TOWING. RATHER THAN REPLACE THE UNITS, AS REQUESTED BY THE DEALER, KZ CONTINUES TO SAY THE PROBLEM IS LIPPERT'S. *TT

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