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Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic Recall 19V169: Brake Lines May Be Pinched or Cut, Reducing Braking

NHTSA campaign 19V169, reported March 5, 2019, 73 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Jayco Seismic fifth wheel trailers with optional hydraulic brakes may have had their brake lines routed incorrectly between the frame and axle. As a result, the lines can be pinched or cut.

Damaged brake lines can reduce the trailer's braking ability, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their trailer checked promptly.

Dealers will inspect the brake lines and correct or replace them as needed, at no cost to the owner. Jayco will notify affected owners. You can contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137 (recall number 9901426), and you can check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V169Jayco, Inc.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Seismic fifth wheel trailers equipped with optional hydraulic brakes. The brake lines may have been incorrectly routed between the frame and axle, possibly resulting in the brake lines being pinched or cut.
Risk
Damaged brake lines may reduce the trailer's braking ability, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake lines, correcting and replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901426.
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 Redundant Seismic2019
Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic201720182019