2006 Jayco Granite Ridge problems & recalls

Problem: Certain motor homes may have u-joint retaining clips missing or not installed properly. if the retaining clips are not installed properly, the u-joint may become dislodged from the yoke and the drive shaft will become disconnected from the drive train.

Risk: This condition, if not addressed, could result in a crash, injury or death.

Fix: Dealers have completed the repairs to 100 percent of the units at the factory and at dealerships. no further action is necessary on this recall.

Problem: On certain motor homes, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease being applied to the output shaft gear.

Risk: After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear to distort or fracture during operation resulting in a loss of wiper function. inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility.

Fix: Ford is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. all vehicles have been remedied.

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.