Recall 07V-005: 2005–2007 Jayco Seneca
JAYCO, INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Jan 4, 2007, covering about 1,271 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motor homes, the distance from the rear cap to the hitch receiver encourages the use of longer ball mounts and/or extensions. The longer the ball mount and/or extensions used, the greater the forces that are applied to the fasteners that attach the hitch to the main chassis rails. These increased forces exceed the allowable forces permitted in the fasteners. When this happens, the fasteners may stretch, loosen, or break causing an unsafe towing condition or separation of the hitch from the motor home.
The risk
This could result in separation of the towed vehicle from the motor home which could result in a crash, injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace all mounting hardware with hardware of a higher grade. The recall began on january 22, 2007. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Notes
Jayco recall no. 9901072.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 | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V005000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 07V-005?
On certain motor homes, the distance from the rear cap to the hitch receiver encourages the use of longer ball mounts and/or extensions. The longer the ball mount and/or extensions used, the greater the forces that are applied to the fasteners that attach the hitch to the main chassis rails. These increased forces exceed the allowable forces permitted in the fasteners. When this happens, the fasteners may stretch, loosen, or break causing an unsafe towing condition or separation of the hitch from the motor home.
How is recall 07V-005 fixed?
Dealers will replace all mounting hardware with hardware of a higher grade. The recall began on january 22, 2007. 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.