JAYCO SEISMIC WAVE 2017: SERVICE BRAKES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V066000

Make Model Year
JAYCO SEISMIC WAVE 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-03-13 2017-02-02 2017-02-03

Production Dates: 2017-01-03 - 2017-01-30

Manufacturers Involved: Jayco, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 9901344

Component: SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 93

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Jayco, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Seismic and Seismic Wave fifth-wheel recreational trailers equipped with hydraulic brakes. In the affected vehicles, the break away switch may not be properly wired.

Consequence

If the break away switch does not function correctly due to improper wiring and the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle during transit, the fifth wheel brakes will not automatically apply, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will correct the wiring, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901344.

Notes

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.