Rear door hinge weld may be insufficient
Defect Summary
Kzrv, l.p. (kzrv) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 venom and durango gold toyhaulers and fifth wheel trailers manufactured january 11, 2016, to december 2, 2016. the affected vehicles have rear cargo door hinges with welds on the hinge pin and hinge plate that may be insufficient, and as a result, the top of the door may swing down with more force than normal.
Safety Consequence
If the door does not open as expected, there would be an increased risk of injury to those in the door's path.
Corrective Action
Kzrv will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the weld thickness, and if necessary replace the rear door hinges, free of charge. the recall began on january 13, 2017. owners may contact kzrv customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from K.z., Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 16V898000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V898000?
NHTSA recall 16V898000 was issued by K.z., Inc. on December 14, 2016. It addresses: Rear door hinge weld may be insufficient. The recall affects approximately 262 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized K.z., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V898000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.