Recall 08V-209: 2005–2008 Jayco Seneca

JAYCO, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 7, 2008, covering about 1,673 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-209
Report date
May 7, 2008
Vehicles affected
1,673
Owners notified
May 26, 2008

The problem

Jayco is recalling 1,673 my 2005-2008 seneca motor homes. An electrical short can occur if the battery cables were not tucked into the compartment in a manner that does not allow the cables to be pinched between the battery slide tray and the compartment door.

The risk

If this condition is not addressed, it may result in a fire, injury or death.

The fix

Dealers will relocate the battery cables to the rear battery and reposition a clamp to prevent pinching. The recall began on may 26, 2008. Owners may contact jayco at 1-574-825-5861.

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

ManufacturerJAYCO, INC.
ComponentElectrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V209000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jayco Seneca2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All 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 08V-209?

Jayco is recalling 1,673 my 2005-2008 seneca motor homes. An electrical short can occur if the battery cables were not tucked into the compartment in a manner that does not allow the cables to be pinched between the battery slide tray and the compartment door.

How is recall 08V-209 fixed?

Dealers will relocate the battery cables to the rear battery and reposition a clamp to prevent pinching. The recall began on may 26, 2008. Owners may contact jayco at 1-574-825-5861.

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.