Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 24, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle

Recall number

16V772000

Brand / firm

Jayco Travel Trailer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30 units

Why it was recalled

If the axle is overloaded, excess tire wear may result, possibly causing tire failure and an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2017 Eagle fifth wheel trailers, model 355 MBQS, manufactured October 7, 2016, to October 11, 2016. The affected vehicles may have an axle of insufficient load capacity.

What to do

All of the affected trailers have been quarantined at dealers and therefore owner notification letters will not be sent. Jayco dealers will replace the 6000lb capacity axle with a 7000lb capacity axle, including new rims and tires and will install updated Federal ID, and Cargo Carrying Capacity labels, free of charge. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901330.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.