Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 29, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle

Recall number

18V073000

Brand / firm

Jayco Travel Trailer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 461 units

Why it was recalled

If the GVWR is incorrect it can allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018 Eagle EA, EB, ED travel trailers. The Federal Labels and Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label on these vehicles may incorrectly list the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) as 11,750lbs, when the actual GVWR is 11,700lbs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What to do

Jayco will notify owners and provide them with a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901373.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.