Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight Slx recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 16, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight Slx

Recall number

16V304000

Brand / firm

Jayco Travel Trailer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 241 units

Why it was recalled

If the propane tank detaches from the trailer, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2016 Jay Flight SLX recreational trailers manufactured March 3, 2016, to April 20, 2016. The bolts that secure the propane tank to the trailer's A-frame may be missing lock washers, allowing the propane tank to loosen and detach from the vehicle.

What to do

Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will install the lock washers to the two bolts that secure the propane tank to the A-frame, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901298.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.