Recall 07V-118: 2007 Jayco Bungalow, 2007 Jayco Designer and 3 more
JAYCO, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Mar 20, 2007, covering about 561 vehicles.
The problem
On certain travel and fifth wheel trailers equipped with hickory springs 'big easy triple steps,' an improper engagement of the bottom step pivot arm with the formed stop edge of the middle step support bracket can result in the bottom step rotating to an unsafe downward angle.
The risk
A person could be injured should the step give way while being used to enter or exit the trailer.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the trailers for the manufacturing date sticker to verify the date of production of the step and, if necessary, will weld stock to each side of the lower (Triple) step stop edges. The recall began on march 30, 2007. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Notes
Customers may 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 | Structure |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V118000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Jayco Bungalow | 2007 | All years |
| Jayco Designer | 2007 | All years |
| Jayco Eagle | 2007 | All years |
| Jayco JAY Flight | 2007 | All years |
| Jayco Recon | 2007 | 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 07V-118?
On certain travel and fifth wheel trailers equipped with hickory springs 'big easy triple steps,' an improper engagement of the bottom step pivot arm with the formed stop edge of the middle step support bracket can result in the bottom step rotating to an unsafe downward angle.
How is recall 07V-118 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the trailers for the manufacturing date sticker to verify the date of production of the step and, if necessary, will weld stock to each side of the lower (Triple) step stop edges. The recall began on march 30, 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.