2017 Drv Mobile Suite problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (1) · Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Equipment 2017-11-22 · campaign 17V753000 · 7,896 vehicles
Defect: DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2007-2018 Elite Suites, 2014-2018 Full House, 2003-2018 Mobile Suites, 2010-2018 Mobile Suite Estates, 2006-2012 Select Suite, 2013-2016 Tradition, and 2017 Travel Suites recreational vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, i
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: DRV 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 DRV customer service at 1-574-457-6472, 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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper 2016-12-23 · campaign 16V949000 · 110 vehicles
Defect: DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Elite Suites and Mobile Suites fifth wheel recreational trailers manufactured January 29, 2016, to November 14, 2016. The brake caliper bolts may loosen, causing a loss of braking capability.
Risk: A loss of braking capability can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: DRV has notified owners, and dealers will replace the caliper bolts and sleeves using a thread adhesive, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2017. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99.02.08.
What owners report
2022-10-13 · Structure:body“cracked frame. on june 13th, 2022 i was made aware through social media to check for a possible cracked frame do to others having similar issues. after investigation i found major cracks in my drv’s left and right gussets. these were visible both standing on the front landing legs and while attached to the tow vehicle. safety. cracked fr…”
2019-10-16 · Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control“tl* the contact owns a 2017 drv mobile suite trailer being hauled by a 2016 ram 1500. while driving 75 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal, but the trailer brake failed to respond. the contact noticed that there was an oil spill coming from a brake line. the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and had the brake line repaired.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.