Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 1, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2018–2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel, Jayco Travel Trailer — 6 models

Recall number

18V364000

Brand / firm

Jayco Fifth Wheel, Jayco Travel Trailer, Jayco

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 612 units

Why it was recalled

An unsecured propane tank could detach from the trailer and increase the risk of a crash or leak propane and increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Eagle, Eagle HT, NorthPoint, Pinnacle, Talon and Seismic fifth-wheel recreational trailers. The strap that secures the liquid propane (LP) gas bottle may separate from its buckle and no longer secure the propane tank.

What to do

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propane tank securing strap with a new strap that has the correct crimping, free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901385.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.