Jayco Fifth Wheel Designer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 14, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Designer

Recall number

17V167000

Brand / firm

Jayco Fifth Wheel

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 14 units

Why it was recalled

The interference may generate enough heat to cause the tire to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Jayco Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2017 Designer fifth wheel recreational trailers equipped with the disk brake option. The steel rim of the spare tire may rub against the brake caliper.

What to do

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare wheel with an aluminum rim with a new spare, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for the recall is 9901347.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.