Jayco Greyhawk recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 30, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jayco, Inc. recalls 2020 Jayco Greyhawk

Recall number

19V406000

Brand / firm

Jayco

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 23 units

Why it was recalled

An increase in stopping distance without warning increases the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2020 Greyhawk motorhomes. The brake relay valve may have an air flow restriction due to a partially blocked orifice, which may cause to extended stopping distance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Spartan will notify Jayco owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect and replace the brake relay valve, if necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-5008 or Jayco at 1-800-517-9137.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.