Recall 16V823000: 2015 Kzrv Sportster and 4 other models
- Report received
- Nov 15, 2016
- Manufacturer
- KZRV, L.P.
- Potentially affected
- 318vehicles
- Model years
- 2015
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Possible consequence
If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2015 Kzrv Inferno0 complaints
- 2015 Kzrv Sportsmen0 complaints
- 2015 Kzrv Sportster0 complaints
- 2015 Kzrv Sporttrek0 complaints
- 2015 Kzrv Venom0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.