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Recall 02V-279: 1999–2000 Jayco Designer FW, 1999–2000 Jayco Designer MH and 9 more

JAYCO, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 22, 2002, covering about 5,830 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-279
Report date
Oct 22, 2002
Vehicles affected
5,830
Owners notified
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The problem

On certain travel trailers, motor homes, and fifth wheel campers equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units, model numbers n841, n821, n641, and n621. These refrigerators can experience a cooling system leak caused by operation in the AC electric mode. If a leak occurs, the cooling performance of the refrigerator will deteriorate, requiring immediate replacement of the cooling unit.

The risk

Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit in the AC electric mode can result in a fire.

The fix

Norcold will inspect and replace the refrigerator cooling units. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or jayco at 1-574-825-0608.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerJAYCO, INC.
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V279001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jayco Designer FW1999, 2000All years
Jayco Designer MH1999, 2000All years
Jayco Designer TT1999, 2000All years
Jayco Eagle FW1999, 2000All years
Jayco Eagle MH1999, 2000All years
Jayco Eagle Resort1999, 2000All years
Jayco Eagle TT1999, 2000All years
Jayco Hawk TT1999All years
Jayco Kiwi TT2000All years
Jayco Quest FW2000All years
Jayco Quest TT2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-279?

On certain travel trailers, motor homes, and fifth wheel campers equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units, model numbers n841, n821, n641, and n621. These refrigerators can experience a cooling system leak caused by operation in the AC electric mode. If a leak occurs, the cooling performance of the refrigerator will deteriorate, requiring immediate replacement of the cooling unit.

How is recall 02V-279 fixed?

Norcold will inspect and replace the refrigerator cooling units. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or jayco at 1-574-825-0608.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.