Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 9, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2019–2020 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk

Recall number

19V516000

Brand / firm

Jayco Travel Trailer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 103 units

Why it was recalled

If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the breakaway switch may not activate the trailer brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019-2020 White Hawk Travel Trailers. The breakaway switch may have been incorrectly wired, which can cause the trailer brakes to not function in the event of a trailer separation from the tow vehicle.

What to do

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the breakaway switch for proper wiring , rewiring it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 12, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901438.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.