Recalls for 2012 Jayco Seneca

DEFECT #1 - TRAILER HITCHES

Posted on: 2011-08-26
Description
Jayco is recalling certain model year 2011 seneca class c motorhomes, series 36fk and 37fs, manufactured from may 18, 2011, through july 13, 2011.  These vehicles may have insufficiently torqued bolts attaching the rear hitch to the frame.  

Consequence
Loose hitch bolts could result in the hitch separating from the frame, creating a road hazard increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and tighten up the hitch bolts free of charge.  The safety recall began on september 6, 2011.  Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2017-11-28
Description
Jayco, inc.  (jayco) is recalling various 2002-2016 recreational vehicles equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers.  A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v746-9524.pdf.  These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Jayco will notify owners, instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall began on january 15, 2018.  Owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267, or kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.