Jayco Jay Series Sport 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:…

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: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jay sport camping trailers, model 12sc, manufactured September 14, 2016, to October 3, 2016. The labels on the affected vehicles incorrectly state that the vehicle is equipped with st175/80r13d tires requiring 65 psi, when the vehicle is actually equipped with st175/80r13c tires requiring 50 psi. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."

Risk: Incorrect tire pressure information may result in the tires being over inflated, which can cause possible tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jayco has notified owners and provided them with a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901331.

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jay sport camping trailers manufactured March 31, 2016, to September 30, 2016 and equipped with the Baja option. The inside walls of the tires on the affected vehicles may rub against the wheel wells, possibly resulting in a tire blowout.

Risk: A tire blowout may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle and wheel wells and labels, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901326.