Recall 16V-560: 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle, 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle and 5 more
Jayco, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 27, 2016, covering about 3,085 vehicles.
The problem
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jay Feather, Jay Flight, Jay Flight SLX, Eagle, White Hawk, and Octane travel trailers manufactured January 5, 2016, to July 18, 2016, equipped with a Sway Command anti-sway system. When connected to certain tow vehicles that have an integrated brake controller, and after the anti-sway system has applied the trailer brakes in response to a sway event, the trailer brakes may no longer function to slow or stop the trailer.
The risk
A loss of trailer brakes may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will remove the Sway Command system from the affected travel trailers, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901308.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Jayco, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V560000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle | 2016 | All years |
| Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle | 2017 | All years |
| Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Feather | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Jayco Travel Trailer Octane | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk | 2016, 2017 | 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 16V-560?
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jay Feather, Jay Flight, Jay Flight SLX, Eagle, White Hawk, and Octane travel trailers manufactured January 5, 2016, to July 18, 2016, equipped with a Sway Command anti-sway system. When connected to certain tow vehicles that have an integrated brake controller, and after the anti-sway system has applied the trailer brakes in response to a sway event, the trailer brakes may no longer function to slow or stop the trailer.
How is recall 16V-560 fixed?
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will remove the Sway Command system from the affected travel trailers, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901308.
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.