Tl* the contact owns a 2016 (na) drv tradition trailer equipped with westlake super st tires, size: st235/80r16 (na). The contact stated that the steel belt separated from the gum belt and ruptured the rear driver side tire. The rv was not diagnosed or repaired. An independent tire company replaced the tire. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate tire and vehicle failure mileage was 1,000.
The worst 2014 Drv Tradition problems
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Recalls 3
Equipment
- What is wrong
- 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, 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:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 17V753000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting
- What is wrong
- DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Tradition, 2014-2016 Full House, 2006-2016 Elite Suites, and 2013-2016 Estates fifth wheel travel trailers. The affected vehicles have front side reflex reflectors located above the maximum height of 60". As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the reflector is located outside of the required area, it can reduce the visibility of the vehicle by other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DRV has notified owners and will provide a new reflector to install in the correct location, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2017. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1‑260‑562‑3500. DRV's number for this recall is 99.02.05.
Recall number 15V491000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- DRV is recalling certain model year 2014 Tradition, Mobile Suite, Mobile Suite Select, and Elite Suite recreational vehicles and travel trailers manufactured December 10, 2012, through July 30, 2013. Due to a design change in the Dometic-brand power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
- Risk
- If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- DRV will notify owners, and Dometic staff will replace the affected motor with one of a different design. The recall began on October 15, 2013. Owners may contact DRV at 1‑260‑562‑1075 or Dometic at 1‑888‑447‑0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.
Recall number 13V369000 · Recall details
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Is the 2014 Drv Tradition reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2014 Drv Tradition, close to a typical Tradition model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Drv Tradition?
Tires, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2014 Drv Tradition have?
3 recalls, covering equipment and exterior lighting.
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