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Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk Recall 18V449: Ladder Step Screws Can Break, Risking Falls

NHTSA campaign 18V449, reported July 5, 2018, 202 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2019 Jayco White Hawk recreational trailers have ladder step screws that may break. If the steps are not securely fastened when stepped on, the step can give way and an occupant may fall, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix is free. Authorized dealers will replace the original #8 screws securing the ladder steps to the ladder rail with heavier #10 screws. Owners who have questions can contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137 and reference recall number 9901404.

To check whether your trailer is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized Jayco dealer to schedule the repair.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V449Jayco, Inc.
Component
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Problem
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019 Jayco White Hawk recreational trailers. The screws that secure the ladder steps to the ladder rail may break, which can cause occupants to fall.
Risk
If the ladder steps do not remain properly secured when stepped on, the user may fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the #8 screws with heavier #10 screws, 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 9901404.
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.

Affected vehicles

Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk2019