NHTSA Recall 13V514000
Filed by Jayco, Inc.. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2013-10-18. An estimated 247 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Jayco is recalling certain model year 2014 Jay Flight and Jay Flight Swift Travel Trailers manufactured July 8, 2013, through August 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, an improper amount of insulation may be stripped from the 110V AC water heater ignition wires resulting in a poor connection of the wires.
Risk
A poor wiring connection could increase the wiring's resistance, causing excessive heat, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the LP/Electric water heater and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2013. Owners may contact Jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
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.