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KZ Sportsmen Manual

The KZ Sportsmen is a travel trailer and fifth wheel built by KZ. Federal safety records on it cover model years 2002 to 2025. This page shows how its systems work, every recall on file for it, and where to find the official owner's manual.

Built by	KZ
Kind	Travel trailer and fifth wheel
Model years on record	2002 to 2025
Recalls on file	12

The official owner's manual

KZ keeps owner's manuals online, free to read. Pick the model year of your rig. It is on the sticker by the entry door.

KZ owner's manuals

Component manuals

Dometic · Fridges, air conditioners and awnings
Suburban · Furnaces and water heaters
Lippert · Slides, awnings, jacks and leveling
Thetford and Norcold · Norcold fridges and Thetford toilets
Dexter · Trailer axles, brakes and bearings

How its systems work

Our free manuals for every system on a travel trailer and fifth wheel. The ones its recalls touched come first.

4 recalls touch thisPropane, furnace and fridgeOpening the tanks, lighting the stove, running the furnace and fridge, and what to do if you smell gas.Free manualFresh water and the water heaterCity water, the fresh tank, the pump and the water heater. How to fill it, turn it on and keep it clean.Free manualThe water heaterGas, electric or both. How to fill it, light it, drain it and care for the anode rod, plus what to do when there is no hot water.Free manualBlack and gray tanksThe order, the hose, the valves and what to put down the toilet. Dumping your tanks the right way, step by step.Free manualThe toiletHow to flush, what paper to use and how to keep the black tank from clogging or smelling.Free manualShore power and batteries30 amp and 50 amp shore power, the 12 volt battery side and the inverter. What runs on what, and how not to trip a breaker.Free manualSolar and lithium batteriesHow solar charges your batteries, what lithium changes, and how to tell how much power you really have left.Free manualPropane, smoke and CO alarmsWhere each alarm is, what each one means, how to test them and why the propane alarm sometimes beeps on a low battery.Free manualThe refrigeratorGas and electric absorption fridges, 12 volt compressor fridges, how long they take to cool and how to keep food cold on the road.Free manualThe furnaceA propane furnace with a 12 volt fan. How it starts, why it drains the battery and what to check when it blows cold air.Free manualThe roof air conditionerHow much power it needs, why it freezes up, how to clean the filters and what to try before you call for help.Free manualRoof and sealsWater is the biggest enemy of an RV. How to check the roof and seams, which sealant to use and the signs of a leak.Free manualSlide outsWhen to open them, when not to, and what to check first. Slide outs are the most common repair on a rental, and most of it is avoidable.Free manualAwningsPower and manual awnings, how to set them, and why wind is the thing that breaks them.Free manualLeveling and jacksBlocks, tongue jacks, stabilizers and auto leveling. How to get level, why it matters and why stabilizers are not for lifting.Free manualWinterizing and spring start upDrain it, bypass the water heater and fill the lines with RV antifreeze. Then how to undo it all in spring.Free manualHitching a trailerCoupler, safety chains, breakaway cable and lights. A simple routine to hitch up the same way every time.Free manualTrailer brakes and breakawayElectric brakes, the brake controller in your truck, how to set the gain and how to test the breakaway switch.Free manualTires, wheels and bearingsTire age, pressure and load, lug nut torque and when to service trailer wheel bearings. The parts that cause the most trouble on the road.Free manualWeight and payloadWhat GVWR, cargo capacity and tongue weight mean, how to weigh your rig, and why sway almost always starts with weight.

Recalls on file

NHTSA has 12 recalls on file for the KZ Sportsmen. The most common areas are lines and fittings (2), LPG systems (2) and structure (1). Each one is listed below as filed. A recall is fixed free at a dealer, even on a used rig, and even years later.

General RV equipment · model year 2025 · 24V828000, filed November 1, 2024

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P (KZRV) is recalling certain 2025 Sportsmen 303QBSE travel trailers. The driver's side door slide-out actuator is located too close to the tires, which can cause the actuator to contact the tire.

What can happen. An actuator that contacts a tire can cause tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix. Dealers will install taller equalizer suspension components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact KZRP customer service at 1-800-768-4016. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2024-001.

Campaign 24V828000. See it on NHTSA

Structure · model years 2022 to 2023 · 22V552000, filed July 29, 2022

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Connect, Confluence, Durango, Durango Gold, Sonic, Sportsmen, Sportsmen Classic, Sportsmen Sportster, SportTrek, Spree Escape, and Venom travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

What can happen. An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

The fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the awnings as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2022-04.

Campaign 22V552000. See it on NHTSA

Lines and fittings · model years 2021 to 2022 · 22V289000, filed May 2, 2022

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2021-2022 KZRV Escape, SportTrek, Sonic, Stratus, Connect, Sportsmen, Sportsmen SE, Sportsmen Classic, Durango, Durango Gold, Venom, Confluence, and Sportsmen Sportster fifth wheel and travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

What can happen. A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will replace the fittings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2022. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2022-02.

Campaign 22V289000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our propane, furnace and fridge manual.

LPG systems · model years 2018 to 2022 · 21V670000, filed August 27, 2021

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Camplite, Confluence, Connect, Connect SE, Connect Lite, Durango, Durango Gold, Durango Half Ton, Durango Sport, Durango 1500, Quicksilver, Sonic, Sonic X, Sportsmen, Sportsmen FW, Sportsmen LE, Sportsmen SE, Sportsmen Sportster, Sportster, SportTrek, SportTrek Touring, Spree, Stratus, Venom, and Venom V Series recreational vehicles, equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.

What can happen. Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will replace the regulator and pigtail hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2022. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 ext. 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2021-05.

Campaign 21V670000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our propane, furnace and fridge manual.

Carrier/rack · model years 2019 to 2020 · 19V794000, filed November 5, 2019

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Connect and Sportsmen trailers equipped with an optional Rock Run flip up rear storage rack. The racks may detach from the trailer when loaded.

What can happen. The rack and all items secured to it may detach from the trailer, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix. KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the mounting brackets. If the existing rack is damaged, it will be replaced with a redesigned version, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2019-02.

Campaign 19V794000. See it on NHTSA

General RV equipment · model year 2019 · 19V165000, filed March 4, 2019

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2019 RV Sonic Lite, Sportsmen Classic and Escape recreational trailers equipped with a Capital liquid propane (LP) Gas Drop-in 2 Burner cooktop. The cooktop's flame may become inverted when the furnace is running.

What can happen. If the flame becomes inverted, excessive heat buildup may occur, increasing the risk of a burn injury.

The fix. KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing cooktop with a cooktop by another manufacturer, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2019-01.

Campaign 19V165000. See it on NHTSA

Lines and fittings · model years 2018 to 2019 · 18V526000, filed August 10, 2018

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2019 KZ RV Sportsmen 333BHK Travel Trailers. The liquid propane lines on these vehicles are routed through the wheel well and may be damaged by road debris.

What can happen. A damaged liquid propane can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix. KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will install a steel plate to protect the propane supply line, free of charge. The recall began September 4, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2018-006.

Campaign 18V526000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our propane, furnace and fridge manual.

LPG systems · model years 2018 to 2019 · 18V462000, filed July 11, 2018

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2019 KZRV Sportsmen recreational trailers. Propane gas may leak at the back of the outside kitchen cooktop.

What can happen. A gas leak at the outside kitchen cooktop can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix. KZRV will notify owners and dealers will inspect the propane system for leaks and correct if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2018-005.

Campaign 18V462000. See it on NHTSA

How this part works is in our propane, furnace and fridge manual.

General RV equipment · model years 2018 to 2019 · 18V242000, filed April 17, 2018

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain 2018-2019 KZRV Durango, Spree, Spree Escape, Connect, Sportsmen, Sidewinder, and Venom recreational trailers. The Solera Smart Arm awning may deploy while moving.

What can happen. If the awning deploys while moving, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

The fix. KZRV will contact owners, and dealers will replace the awning controller. The recall began on June 15, 2018. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153. KZRV's number for this recall is KZ-2018-04.

Campaign 18V242000. See it on NHTSA

General RV equipment · model years 2002 to 2018 · 17V749000, filed November 21, 2017

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling various 2002-2018 recreational trailers equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. See a list of the affected trailer models at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V749-9547.pdf. 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

What can happen. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix. KZRV 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 KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016 extension 154 or 153, 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.

Campaign 17V749000. See it on NHTSA

General RV equipment · model year 2015 · 16V823000, filed November 15, 2016

What is wrong. KZRV, L.P. (KZRV) is recalling certain model year 2015 Venom, Inferno, Sportsmen, Sportster, MXT and SportTrek trailers manufactured July 1, 2014, to August 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. The affected ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

What can happen. If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix. KZRV will notify owners, and dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact KZRV customer service at 1-800-768-4016, extension 154 or 153.

Campaign 16V823000. See it on NHTSA

Labels · model year 2006 · 06V081000, filed March 27, 2006

What is wrong. CERTAIN TOWABLE TRAVEL TRAILERS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THESE TRAILERS ARE MISSING THE TIRE INFORMATION PLACARD.

What can happen. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

The fix. OWNERS WILL BE SENT A PLACARD ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MARCH 24, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KZRV AT 1-800-768-4016.

Campaign 06V081000. See it on NHTSA

Check your own rig. Put your VIN into the NHTSA recall lookup. It shows any open recall on that exact rig, including the chassis.

Questions owners ask

Where can I find the KZ Sportsmen owner's manual?

KZ keeps its owner's manuals online. Look up your model year there. Our free manuals on this page explain how each system works.

Does the KZ Sportsmen have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 12 recalls for it. The most common area is lines and fittings. Check your own VIN on the NHTSA site to see if yours was fixed.

Is a recall repair free on a used RV?

Yes. A safety recall is fixed free by the maker's dealers no matter who owns the rig now or how old it is. Call the maker or any dealer for that brand with your VIN.

Where is the VIN on an RV?

Look for a sticker by the entry door, inside a cabinet near the door, or on the tongue or front frame of a trailer. The title and registration show it too.

Renting one from us? Call or text 909-259-RVDR before you try a fix. We would rather talk you through it than have you guess, and it is free.

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