- The problem
- Drv suites (drv), formerly doubletree rv, is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2011 select, mobile, and elite suite recreational vehicles manufactured from june 12,2007, through october 27,2010 and equipped with disc brakes. Due to the paint applied to the aluminum wheel and hub face, the wheel may become loose.
- The risk
- This situation can result in the wheel/rim moving, shearing of the wheel studs and the wheel coming off of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Drv will notify owners, and dealers will remove the paint from the hub face and the back of the wheels free of charge. The safety recall began on march 5, 2012. Owners may contact drv at 1-574-457-6472.
Vehicle safety record
2011 DRV Mobile Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2011 DRV Mobile with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in January 2012 for the rim. For comparison, the 2010 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Mobile year, for its age
#343 most complained-about 2011 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2011 DRV Mobile 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 is recalling certain model year 2011 select, mobile and elite suite 5th wheel recreational vehicles equipped with itc 2 wire dimmer switches. The dimmer circuit board overheats during use causing the circuit board and dimmer housing to melt and deform. As the dimmer switch fails, the lights may become inoperable or not work correctly and there may be a noticeable smoke or burning smell.
- The risk
- The failure of the dimmer switch will cause the lights to stop dimming and/or working. An overheated switch can also lead to personal injury and/or fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the dimmer switches free of charge. The safety recall began on may 3, 2011. Owners may contact drv at 1-574-457-6472.
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1 complaints about the 2011 DRV Mobile
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl the contact owns a 2011 drv doubletree mobile suite drv fifth wheel. The contact stated while driving 70 mph he was notified by another driver that the landing gear lowered and the gear had extended down to the pavement. The landing gear was associated with the hydraulic leveling system. There were no warning lights when the failure occurred. The failure could have potentially caused a major crash to occur. The failure was diagnosed by the dealer who stated the hydraulic system caused fluid to leak...
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through and lower the landing gear legs. The rv will be repaired when the part becomes available. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the failure only occurred once in a while. The contact was unable to drive the vehicle until it was repaired. The failure occurred in october 2013 and to date the parts are not available. The rv association was notified of the failure and stated they would review the details and notify him. The vehicle will be repaired under the extended warranty. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000. Rk
DRV Mobile: every year compared
All Mobile years2011 DRV Mobile vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 DRV Mobile | 1 | 2 | D | |
| 2011 DRV Mobile Suite | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2011 DRV Mobile
Does the 2011 DRV Mobile have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 DRV Mobile: rim (January 2012); high / low beam dimmer switch (April 2011). 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 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 31, 2014 and the latest on March 31, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2011 DRV Mobile a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical DRV Mobile 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 years have the most complaints?
2005 (1), 2008 (1), 2011 (1). See every DRV Mobile year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 DRV Mobile 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