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- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Fifth Wheel Seismic and 2015 Pinnacle trailers. The trailers were built with 6,000lb capacity axles instead of 7,000lb axles as intended.
- Risk
- The underrated axles may result in the trailer being overloaded, possibly causing the operator to lose control of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axles and leaf springs, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901506.
- 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 2013-2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic and 2015 Pinnacle trailers were built with 6,000 lb capacity rear axles instead of the 7,000 lb axles the design calls for. Because the axles are underrated, the trailer can be overloaded, which may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and increases the risk of a crash.
If you own one of these trailers, Jayco will notify you directly. Authorized dealers will replace the axles and leaf springs at no cost to you. You can contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137 and reference Jayco recall number 9901506. You should also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Jayco Seismic | 20132014 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle | 2015 |
| Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic | 2015 |