- 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
2011 DRV Mobile Suite Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2011 DRV Mobile Suite with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2010 has 0 and the 2012 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Mobile Suite year, for its age
#281 most complained-about 2011 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2011 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
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2 complaints about the 2011 DRV Mobile Suite
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The front levelers (aka, front landing gear) are leaking down, especially noticed when traveling on the road (city or highway - doesn't matter). When traveling, these hydraulic levelers will slowly drop towards the road, and if the rig is not stopped and the front levelers not manually retracted when this is noticed, the leveler legs could make contact with the road while the 5th wheel rv is moving, potentially causing, at the very least, a lot of damage to the rv and quite possibly causing a serious traffic...
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accident. The previous owner (actually original owner) also experienced this issue before we bought it from them and had "safety" chains welded onto each leveler, so when they were attached they would prevent them from continuing to extend downward to a dangerous length. This method requires the rv owner/tow vehicle driver to explicitly remember to attach the chains whenever the rv is being towed, then detached when it's readied for unhitching and use. This is not a normal task for towing an rv and could be overlooked as one goes through the normal routine for making it ready to tow.
Frame cracks on frame front tube (cross member), lippert part # 124022. Frame cracks found during routine maintenance of the 5th wheel trailer. Per lippert (lci) representative, frame cracks developed over time that allowed the front trailer hitch pin to flex. Complete breakage occurring during highway travel could lead to trailer breaking free from tow vehicle and becoming an obstacle in the highway thereby endangering the occupants of the tow vehicle and any occupants of vehicle(s) traveling near the trailer at the time of breakage.
DRV Mobile Suite: every year compared
All Mobile Suite years2011 DRV Mobile Suite vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 DRV Mobile Suite | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 2011 DRV Mobile | 1 | 2 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 2011 DRV Mobile Suite
Does the 2011 DRV Mobile Suite have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 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.
How many complaints has the 2011 DRV Mobile Suite had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 8, 2017 and the latest on December 22, 2017. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2011 DRV Mobile Suite a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 42 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 2011 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