Recall 05V-476: 2003–2006 Jayco Escapade, 2003–2006 Jayco Greyhawk
JAYCO, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 14, 2005, covering about 237 vehicles.
The problem
Certain motor homes built on chevrolet c3500 (Express) cutaway chassis have a towing pigtail that will not show brake lights on the towed vehicle if hooked to the towing pigtail.
The risk
This condition could result in a crash, injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will rewire the towing pigtail wires to include the brake light circuit free of charge. The recall began on october 31, 2005. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | JAYCO, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V476000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Jayco Escapade | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Jayco Greyhawk | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All 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 05V-476?
Certain motor homes built on chevrolet c3500 (Express) cutaway chassis have a towing pigtail that will not show brake lights on the towed vehicle if hooked to the towing pigtail.
How is recall 05V-476 fixed?
Dealers will rewire the towing pigtail wires to include the brake light circuit free of charge. The recall began on october 31, 2005. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
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.