- The problem
- 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: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- The risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2009 DRV Mobile Suite Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2008 has 0 and the 2010 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Mobile Suite year, for its age
#399 most complained-about 2009 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2009 DRV Mobile Suite problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2009 DRV Mobile Suite recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 drv mobile suite. The contact stated that he could not reset the breakers on his trailer. In addition, the television and the microwave no longer operated as intended. The contact also stated that an abnormal, burning smell would emit throughout the rv. The contact then called both an independent mechanic and an electrician who both determined that there was a defective neutral wire in his camper. The electrician found a junction box and discovered that the entire box had been burned due...
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to a defective iota transfer switch. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was offered a new transfer switch. The contact then suggested that the manufacturer cover all the damages caused by the defective transfer switch. The contact had yet to hear back from the manufacturer as to whether they will cover the cost of the damage. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
DRV Mobile Suite: every year compared
All Mobile Suite yearsQuestions about the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite
Does the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite: equipment (November 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 16, 2020 and the latest on September 16, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2009 DRV Mobile Suite a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical DRV Mobile Suite year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which DRV Mobile Suite years have the most complaints?
2016 (4), 2019 (3), 2011 (2). See every DRV Mobile Suite year compared.
What should I do if my 2009 DRV Mobile Suite has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data