K.z., Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V823000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V823000 by K.z., Inc.. Affecting model year 2015 venom, inferno, sportsmen, sportster, mxt and sporttrek trailers manufactured july 1, 2014, to august 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by christianson industries Includes 318 affected units, Aluminum Ladder Hinge may Separate, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 venom, inferno, sportsmen, sportster, mxt and sporttrek trailers manufactured july 1, 2014, to august 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by christianson industries

Defect Summary

Kzrv, l.p. (kzrv) is recalling certain model year 2015 venom, inferno, sportsmen, sportster, mxt and sporttrek trailers manufactured july 1, 2014, to august 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by christianson industries. the affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

Corrective Action

Kzrv will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2016. owners may contact kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V823000
Manufacturer: K.z., Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-11-15T00:00:00
Subject: Aluminum ladder hinge may separate
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 318

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Kzrv, l.p. (kzrv) is recalling certain model year 2015 venom, inferno, sportsmen, sportster, mxt and sporttrek trailers manufactured july 1, 2014, to august 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by christianson industries. the affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.
Consequence Summary: If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Kzrv will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. the recall began on december 16, 2016. owners may contact kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 21.38

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NHTSA ID: 16V823000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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