CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Precept motorhomes built on Ford F53 chassis. The hydraulic lines may have been incorrectly routed too close to the exhaust without a heat shield.
- Risk
- Incorrect routing of the hydraulic line can cause the line to melt from the exhaust heat, resulting in a loss of braking, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
- Remedy
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the hydraulic line routing as necessary and install a heat shield, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903440.
- 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
Some Jayco Precept motorhomes built on Ford F53 chassis may have hydraulic brake lines routed too close to the exhaust without a heat shield. Over time, the exhaust heat can melt the line, which can cause a loss of braking and increase the risk of a crash or fire.
Owners will be notified by Jayco. Authorized dealers will inspect the hydraulic line routing, correct it if needed, and install a heat shield. The repair is free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019.
You can contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137 (Jayco recall number 9903440) with questions. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls and contact an authorized dealer to schedule the repair.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Jayco Precept | 20142015201620172018 |
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