US BUS EAGLE 2017: EQUIPMENT
| Make : US BUS | Model : EAGLE | Year : 2017 |
| Build Dates : 2016-08-03 - 2017-10-19 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V072000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2018-02-08 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-01-29 | Date Added to Database: 2018-01-30 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Jayco, Inc. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 9901372 | ||
| Component: EQUIPMENT | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 81 | ||
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Summary:
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. |
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Consequence:
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. |
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Remedy:
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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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