Recall 11V-437: 2012 Jayco Seneca

JAYCO, INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Aug 23, 2011, covering about 28 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-437
Report date
Aug 23, 2011
Vehicles affected
28
Owners notified
Sep 6, 2011

The problem

Jayco is recalling certain model year 2011 seneca class c motorhomes, series 36fk and 37fs, manufactured from may 18, 2011, through july 13, 2011. These vehicles may have insufficiently torqued bolts attaching the rear hitch to the frame.

The risk

Loose hitch bolts could result in the hitch separating from the frame, creating a road hazard increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten up the hitch bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on september 6, 2011. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerJAYCO, INC.
ComponentTrailer Hitches
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V437000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jayco Seneca2012All 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 11V-437?

Jayco is recalling certain model year 2011 seneca class c motorhomes, series 36fk and 37fs, manufactured from may 18, 2011, through july 13, 2011. These vehicles may have insufficiently torqued bolts attaching the rear hitch to the frame.

How is recall 11V-437 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and tighten up the hitch bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on september 6, 2011. 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.