JAYCO EAGLE 2018: EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V072000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JAYCO | EAGLE | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-02-08 | 2018-01-29 | 2018-01-30 |
Production Dates: 2016-08-03 - 2017-10-19
Manufacturers Involved: Jayco, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 9901372
Component: EQUIPMENT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 81
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Jayco, Inc. "Jayco" is recalling certain 2017, 2018 Eagle 333BHOK "EC" travel trailers. The safety chains on these vehicles are rated at 11,700 lbs, however the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating "GVWR" is 12,500lbs. In the event of a trailer detachment, the underrated safety chains may fail.
If the safety chains fail in the event of a detachment, the trailer would separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install safety chains that have a GVWR of 16,200lbs, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901372.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
