Jayco NW problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1998–2001: 2 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Suspension #01V377000 · 2001 · 697 units
Problem: Vehicle description: mini motor homes. incorrect mounting of the hellwig helper spring in conjunction with a change in the style of spring being installed allowed the u bolt securing the helper spring to the oem spring to come into contact with the rear sway bar.
Risk: The sway bar could become nonfunctional and the unit would become more difficult to control.
Fix: Dealers will eliminate the contact between the helper spring u bolt and the sway bar mounting bolt. dealers will remove, reverse the mounting, and reinstall the hellwig helper spring. owner notification began september 11, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jayc
Equipment #99V084000 · 1999 · 259 units
Problem: Vehicle description: mini motor homes. the electrical wire can come in contact with the refrigerator cooling fins, with possible electrical shorts.
Risk: This could result in fire.
Fix: Dealers will re-route the electrical power line.
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