Jayco DESIGNER recalls by model year

Reported: 2002-10-09 (October 9, 2002) · Model years: 1991, 1992

CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH NORCOLD REFRIGERATOR COOLING UNITS MODEL NUMBERS 442, 443, 452, EV452, 453, 462, EV462, 463, EV463, 482, EV482, 483, EV483, 874, AND 875 MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1987 AND MAY 1995. THESE REFRIGERATORS CAN EXPERIENCE A BREAK DOWN IN A RUBBER SEAL WITHIN THE GAS VALVE. AS THE RUBBER SEAL AGES, A LEAK MAY OCCUR, ALLOWING PROPANE GAS TO ACCUMULATE IN THE BURNER AREA.

Consequence: THE CONSEQUENCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE, POSSIBLY CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: NORCOLD WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A REPLACEMENT GAS VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NORCOLD SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-667-3005.

Reported: 1993-09-14 (September 14, 1993) · Model years: 1991, 1992, 1993

THE SWITCH WHICH OPENS THE SLIDE-OUT ROOM MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY OR DAMAGED DURING SHIPPING. ALSO, MOISTURE CAN INTRUDE INTO THE CONTROL MODULE. ANY ONE OF THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE THE SLIDE OUT ROOM TO OPEN WHEN THE SWITCH IS OFF.

Consequence: IF THE SLIDE-OUT ROOM OPENS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS INMOTION, IT CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy: INSPECT THE SLIDE-OUT SWITCH AND THE CONTROL MODULE. DAMAGED SWITCHES WILL BE REPAIRED, AND THE CONTROL MODULE WILL BE REPLACED OR FITTED WITH A PROTECTIVE COVER, AS NECESSARY.

Reported: 2006-08-30 (August 30, 2006) · Model years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002

ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.

Consequence: OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURNING, AND IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

Remedy: FORD IS CONDUCTING THIS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 06V286) AND WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332 OR JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.

Reported: 1995-05-01 (May 1, 1995) · Model years: 1995

STAPLES WERE USED TO FASTEN THE STEP BOX ON THE REAR CORNERS INSTEAD OF SCREWS.

Consequence: THE WEIGHT OF A PERSON STEPPING ONTO THE STEP BOX COULD CAUSE THE STEP TO BREAK LOOSE AND POSSIBLY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SUPPORT KIT WHICH CONSISTS OF TWO ANGLED BRACKETS AND ADDITIONAL SCREWS TO SUPPORT THE STEP BOX.

Reported: 2001-08-01 (August 1, 2001) · Model years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRAVEL AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS. THE FASTENERS USED ON THE UNDERFLOOR CAN EITHER COME LOOSE OR PULL THROUGH THE UNDERFLOOR CAUSING PORTIONS OR ALL OF A SECTION OF UNDERFLOOR TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE.

Consequence: IF THIS OCCURRED, THE SECTION COULD FALL TO THE PAVEMENT, POTENTIALLY CAUSING A CRASH FOR FOLLOWING VEHICLES.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD OR REPLACE FASTENERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-219-825-5861.

Reported: 1997-04-16 (April 16, 1997) · Model years: 1997

AN IN-LINE FUSE TO THE AUXILIARY BATTERY WAS OMITTED.

Consequence: IF A SHORT OCCURRED IN THE POWER LINE FROM THE BATTERY WITHOUT THE PRESENCE OF OVER-CURRENT PROTECTION, THE 12 VOLT LINE CAN OVERHEAT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IN-LINE FUSE TO THE AUXILIARY BATTERY.

Reported: 1997-07-09 (July 9, 1997) · Model years: 1997

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS. RIVETS USED TO SECURE THE STEP RISERS ON THESE VEHICLES ARE THE WRONG SIZE. THE RIVETS ARE TOO SHORT IN LENGTH AND UNDER STRESS CAN ALLOW THE STEP TREADS TO BECOME UNATTACHED FROM THE MOUNTING BRACKET.

Consequence: IF THE STEP RISER FALLS FROM THE MOUNTING BRACKET WHILE A PERSON IS STEPPING ON IT, PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEP RISER ASSEMBLY.

Reported: 1998-02-10 (February 10, 1998) · Model years: 1997

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI-MOTOR HOMES, TRAVEL TRAILERS, AND FIFTH WHEELS EQUIPPED WITH A PRINTED CIRCUIT (PC) BOARD HOUSED IN THE ELECTRICAL CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY EQUIPPED WITH THE VEHICLE'S AIR CONDITIONING UNIT. AN ELECTRICAL RELAY ON THE PC BOARD WILL FAIL TO ACTIVATE. WHEN THE RELAY FAILS TO ACTIVATE, OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, AND THE PC BOARD ITSELF, ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY EXCESS ELECTRICAL CURRENT.

Consequence: THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND THE PC BOARD CAN OVERHEAT, CHAR AND PRODUCE SMOKE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: RV PRODUCTS IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY CAMPAIGN FOR THIS RECALL. OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A REPLACEMENT ELECTRICAL CONTROL BOX AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, THEY CAN HAVE THEIR DEALER INSTALL THIS CONTROL BOX.

Reported: 1998-06-23 (June 23, 1998) · Model years: 1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI MOTOR HOMES. THE ROUTING OF THE WIRE LOOM IN THE ENGINE IS TOO CLOSE TO THE ENGINE BLOCK.

Consequence: CONTACT BETWEEN THE WIRE LOOM AND THE ENGINE BLOCK CAN CAUSE SMOKE AND/OR FIRE IN THE ENGINE BLOCK AREA.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE WIRE AWAY FROM THE ENGINE BLOCK.

Reported: 2008-06-03 (June 3, 2008) · Model years: 1999, 2000, 2001

JAYCO IS RECALLING 74 MY 1999-2001 DESIGNER FIFTH WHEEL MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH NORCOLD REFRIGERATORS. A FATIGUE FAILURE IN THE SECTION OF THE COOLING UNIT WHICH CONTAINS THE REFRIGERANT COULD ALLOW THE LIQUID SOLUTION TO SLOWLY LEAK.

Consequence: EXTENDED OPERATION OF A LEAKING COOLING UNIT COULD LEAD TO A FIRE FROM GAS WHICH MIGHT ESCAPE.

Remedy: JAYCO IS WORKING WITH NORCOLD TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS. NORCOLD WILL PROVIDE THERMAL SWITCH KITS TO OWNERS ALONG WITH THE NECESSARY FORMS AND INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NORCOLD AT 1-800-767-9101 OR JAYCO AT 1-574-825-5861.

Reported: 2000-03-22 (March 22, 2000) · Model years: 2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI MOTOR HOMES. CERTAIN PLEATED SHADES FAILED THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 302, "FLAMMABILITY OF INTERIOR MATERIALS."

Consequence: IF A FIRE OCCURRED IN THE MOTOR HOME, THE PLEATED SHADES WOULD BURN AT AN ACCELERATED RATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PLEATED SHADES ON THESE MOTOR HOMES.

Reported: 2001-04-10 (April 10, 2001) · Model years: 2000, 2001

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES PRODUCED BY AM-SAFE. ON SOME SEAT BELTS, THE BUCKLE AND CONNECTOR MAY UNLATCH DURING A COLLISION.

Consequence: SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT IS NOT PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE SEAT BELTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 23, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-219-825-5861 OR AM-SAFE AT 1-219-266-8330.

Reported: 2003-10-09 (October 9, 2003) · Model years: 2002

ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH SAMSUNG MICROWAVE OVENS, THESE UNITS WERE PRODUCED WITH A DEFECTIVE PANEL. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR BETWEEN CIRCUIT PATTERNS ON THE MEMBRANE PANEL, ESPECIALLY OVERLAPPED BY A "JUMPER" OR JUMP WIRE. THIS MAY CAUSE THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS.

Consequence: AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR CAUSING THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXCESSIVE HEAT, SMOKE, OR POSSIBLY A FIRE.

Remedy: SAMSUNG WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND REPAIR THE PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. IN THE MEANTIME, CONSUMERS SHOULD UNPLUG THEIR MICROWAVE, IF POSSIBLE. IF THE CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO UNPLUG THE MICROWAVE, THEY SHOULD LEAVE THE DOOR AJAR UNTIL THE PANEL IS REPLACED. CONSUMERS SHOULD NEVER USE THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR STORAGE OR LEAVE ANY TOWELS, PAPER, CLOTH OR OTHER PRODUCTS IN THE MICROWAVE AFTER USE. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SAMSUNG AT 800-932-3837 OR JAYCO AT 1-574-825-0608.

Reported: 2004-07-21 (July 21, 2004) · Model years: 2002, 2003

ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS, DUE TO VARIOUS FACTORS, INCLUDING EXCESSIVE PAINT COATING ON THE BRAKE HUB, THE ALUMINUM WHEELS COULD EXHIBIT LESSENED CLAMPING PRESSURE BETWEEN THE ALUMINUM WHEEL AND THE AXLE HUB ASSEMBLY.

Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO WHEEL SEPARATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT ALL WHEELS, LUGS, STUDS AND MATING SURFACES, AND REMOVE PAINT FROM THE MATING SURFACES OF THE WHEEL AND HUB. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-219-825-5861.

Reported: 2017-11-21 (November 21, 2017) · Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling various 2002-2016 recreational vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V746-9524.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

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

Remedy: Jayco 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 Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267, 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.

Reported: 2010-09-21 (September 21, 2010) · Model years: 2005

JAYCO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 LEGACY AND MODEL YEAR 2005 DESIGNER FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH DIMPLEX ELECTRAFLAME, SYMPHONY, OR OPTIFLAME BRANDED ELECTRIC FIREPLACES, STOVES, AND FIREPLACE INSERTS. THE PLUG IN REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER FOR THE FIREPLACE CAN OVERHEAT.

Consequence: AN OVERHEATED RECEIVER COULD CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy: JAYCO IS WORKING WITH DIMPLEX AND DIMPLEX WILL PROVIDE OWNERS A FREE REPLACEMENT PLUG-IN REMOTE CONTROL KIT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DIMPLEX NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-888-346-7539.

Reported: 2006-08-31 (August 31, 2006) · Model years: 2007

ON CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS, A JUMPER WIRE BETWEEN THE TWO NEUTRAL BARS IS NOT OF ADEQUATE GAUGE.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, COULD RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE 12/14 GAUGE JUMPER WIRE WITH A 6 GAUGE JUMPER WIRE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.

Reported: 2007-03-20 (March 20, 2007) · Model years: 2007

ON CERTAIN TRAVEL AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH HICKORY SPRINGS 'BIG EASY TRIPLE STEPS,' AN IMPROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE BOTTOM STEP PIVOT ARM WITH THE FORMED STOP EDGE OF THE MIDDLE STEP SUPPORT BRACKET CAN RESULT IN THE BOTTOM STEP ROTATING TO AN UNSAFE DOWNWARD ANGLE.

Consequence: A PERSON COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE STEP GIVE WAY WHILE BEING USED TO ENTER OR EXIT THE TRAILER.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRAILERS FOR THE MANUFACTURING DATE STICKER TO VERIFY THE DATE OF PRODUCTION OF THE STEP AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL WELD STOCK TO EACH SIDE OF THE LOWER (TRIPLE) STEP STOP EDGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.

Reported: 2007-04-27 (April 27, 2007) · Model years: 2007

CERTAIN FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS.' THE FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL CONTAINS THE INCORRECT TIRE LOAD RANGE AND INFLATION PRESSURES.

Consequence: THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES TIRE AND RIM SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AND RIM MARKING REQUIREMENTS.

Remedy: THE INCORRECT LABEL WILL BE REMOVED AND A NEW CORRECT LABEL WILL BE INSTALLED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 15, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.

Reported: 2008-03-05 (March 5, 2008) · Model years: 2008

JAYCO IS RECALLING 106 MY 2008 DESIGNER FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS." A TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR WAS MADE STATING THE TIRE LOAD RANGE AND THE INFLATION PRESSURE ON THE FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL FOR THE REAR AXLE.

Consequence: A MISPRINTED LABEL WOULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FEDERAL ID LABEL WITH THE CORRECT TIRE LOAD RANGE AND INFLATION PRESSURE LISTED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 19, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.

Reported: 2008-07-03 (July 3, 2008) · Model years: 2008

JAYCO IS RECALLING 156 MY 2009 RECON, EAGLE, AND DESIGNER FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR IF THE METAL TERMINAL RUBBER CRIMP CAP WAS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY.

Consequence: IF THE CAP WAS TO FALL OFF THE BATTERY CHARGE LINE, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE, CRASH, INJURY, OR DEATH.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE REQUESTED TO INSPECT THE RUBBER CAPS AND REINSTALL THE CAPS IF INSTALLED INCORRECTLY. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN PERFORM THIS INSPECTION FOR THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 14, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.

Reported: 2012-07-23 (July 23, 2012) · Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010

Jayco is recalling certain model year 2007 Greyhawk Class C motorhomes; model year 2008 and 2010 Seneca Class C motorhomes; model year 2009 and 2011 Eagle Fifth-wheel; 2010 Recon fifth-wheel; and model year 2008-2010 Designer fifth wheel vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2006, through August 13, 2010 for an improper electrical connection at the buss bar on the Iota-brand transfer switches installed in the vehicles.

Consequence: An improper electrical connection at the buss bar could lead to overheating and melting of the transfer switch, increasing the risk of a fire, injury or death.

Remedy: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 31, 2012. Owners may contact Jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

Reported: 2010-01-26 (January 26, 2010) · Model years: 2010

JAYCO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 EAGLE AND MODEL YEAR 2010 DESIGNER FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS. IN THE PRESENCE OF MOISTURE, A REMOTE ACTIVATION MODULE FOR THE LEVELING JACK MAY ACTIVATE AUTONOMOUSLY WITHOUT THE USE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL.

Consequence: IF THE JACK WERE TO ACTIVATE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING TOWED, IT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH LEADING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY, OR DEATH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY WHICH WILL PREVENT THE REMOTE MODULE FROM SELF-ACTIVATING IN THE PRESENCE OF MOISTURE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.