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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2017 Jayco Seismic and Seismic Wave fifth-wheel trailers with hydraulic brakes may have a breakaway switch that is not properly wired. If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle while driving, the breakaway switch may fail to apply the trailer's brakes automatically, raising the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 and reference Jayco recall number 9901344. Jayco will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will correct the wiring free of charge.
You can also check your trailer's VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website, and contact an authorized Jayco dealer to schedule the repair.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic Wave | 2017 |