- 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
2015 DRV Tradition Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2015 DRV Tradition with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2014 has 1 and the 2016 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Tradition year, for its age
#433 most complained-about 2015 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2015 DRV Tradition 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 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."
- The 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.
- The fix
- 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.
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1 complaints about the 2015 DRV Tradition
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Flex joint of the gooseneck hitch to main frame has cracks creating a potential risk of frame separation when hauling This is a known issues with DRV and Lippert. Lippert sent a welder/technician to location of RV to put in a temporary fix and has yet to set up appointment for fix.
DRV Tradition: every year compared
All Tradition years2015 DRV Tradition vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 DRV Tradition | 1 | 2 | C | |
| 2015 DRV Elite Suite | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2015 DRV Elite Suites All | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2015 DRV Full House | 1 | 3 | D | 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 2015 DRV Tradition
Does the 2015 DRV Tradition have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 DRV Tradition: equipment (November 2017); exterior lighting (August 2015). 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 2015 DRV Tradition had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 9, 2023 and the latest on April 9, 2023. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2015 DRV Tradition a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 41 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical DRV Tradition 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 Tradition years have the most complaints?
2013 (1), 2014 (1), 2015 (1). See every DRV Tradition year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 DRV Tradition 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