NHTSA recall 04V363000
Equipment · Jayco, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: On certain travel trailers equipped with optional 6 gallon dsi gas/electric water heaters with remotely operated 110-volt water heater on/off switching, excessive heat can be generated at the wire connections to the water heater while the heater is being operated on 110 volts.
Why it matters: This has resulted in heat and smoke damage to the water heater insulation, plumbing, wiring and water heater compartment.
The fix: Dealers will conduct a detailed inspection of the water heater wiring, remote relay and remove any excessive insulation at the connection between the supply line and the internal water heater wiring in the water junction box. The recall began on August 12, 2004. Owners should contact jayco at…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Jayco Jay Feather, 2004 Jayco Jay Feather.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V363000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.