Jayco Travel Trailer Octane Super Lite recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 20, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane Super Lite

Recall number

16V230000

Brand / firm

Jayco Travel Trailer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 322 units

Why it was recalled

An electrical short on an unprotected circuit increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016 Octane Super Lite travel trailers manufactured November 2, 2015, to April 4, 2016. These trailers may have been built without a 30amp circuit breaker which, in the event of an electrical short, may result in a fire.

What to do

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install a 30 amp circuit breaker, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901295.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.