Jayco Avatar problems & recalls

Problem: 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/201

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

Fix: 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.

Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the straps that support the converter mufflers to the chassis, these welds are causing the straps to fail.

Risk: When the straps fail, the muffler can drop to the ground.

Fix: Caterpillar is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. caterpillar will have the converter muffler straps replaced free of charge. owners may contact caterpillar at 309-675-6496 or jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

Problem: On certain motor homes equipped with ngi air pressure gauges located on the dash panel, the gauge is giving a false reading.

Risk: This may cause the park brake to engage without warning, thus throwing the passenger forward, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

Fix: Spartan is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will install a harness jumper cable to each air sender. owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400 or jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

Problem: On certain motor homes, there is no option to sanitize the fresh water tanks and to prevent back-flow from the water pump.

Risk: Contamination of the water hose could occur.

Fix: Dealers will add a hose assembly with a valve to route the sanitation solution to the fresh tank. also a back flow preventor will be added to the fresh water intake to prevent the water from the fresh tank from contacting the fresh hose. owner notification began september 17, 2003. owners should contact jayco at 1-574-825-0608.