CarRecallWatch- Component
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Problem
- Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019 Jayco Alante and Precept motorhomes. When traveling at highway speeds, the windshield wiper arms may lift away from the windshield when the wiper speed setting is on high, decreasing the wiper's ability to clear the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
- Risk
- The driver's reduced visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wiper system, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903403.
- 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
On certain 2019 motorhomes, the windshield wiper arms may lift away from the glass when the wipers are set to high speed while driving at highway speeds. This reduces the wipers' ability to clear the windshield and does not meet the federal windshield wiping and washing standard.
Reduced visibility for the driver can increase the risk of a crash. If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will replace the wiper system free of charge. You can contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137, referencing Jayco recall number 9903403. You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Jayco Alante | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Precept | 2019 |