- The problem
- DRV Suites (DRV) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Elite Suites and Mobile Suites fifth wheel trailers. The brake caliper retaining clips may bend or warp while braking, causing the caliper to become unseated.
- The risk
- An unseated brake caliper can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the caliper retaining clips, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2021. Owners may contact DRV customer service at 1-260-562-3500.
Vehicle safety record
2018 DRV Mobile Suite Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2018 DRV Mobile Suite with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in September 2021 for the caliper. For comparison, the 2017 has 2 and the 2019 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Mobile Suite year, for its age
#365 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 DRV Mobile Suite problems
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2018 DRV Mobile Suite recalls 2
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
- 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.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2018 DRV Mobile Suite
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
1 July 2019 entering billings mt we lost our brakes on our 5th wheel trailer. Stopped at rv dealer who added brake fluid. Brakes worked until we arrived in eugene or 15 july 2019. Rv dealer inspected the brakes, only found the brakes pads to be worn out (replaced). Found out later they had topped off the brake fluid. Brakes worked until we arrived in port orange fl 5 oct 2019. Took to another rv dealer and found the brake line from driver's side to passenger side or 5th wheel had small holes and was leaking brake fluid. Replaced brake line. Brakes still working as of today.
DRV Mobile Suite: every year compared
All Mobile Suite yearsQuestions about the 2018 DRV Mobile Suite
Does the 2018 DRV Mobile Suite have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 DRV Mobile Suite: caliper (September 2021); 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 2018 DRV Mobile Suite?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 DRV Mobile Suite had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 1, 2021 and the latest on January 1, 2021. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 DRV Mobile Suite a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 27 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 2018 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