2013 Jayco Redhawk problems & recalls

Problem: Jayco is recalling certain model year 2013-14 eagle premiere, jay feather ultra lite, jay flight, jay flight swift, octane, and white hawk; model year 2013 eagle, eagle ht, jay flight bungalow, jay flight destination, pinnacle, redhawk and seismic; and model year 2014 precept recreational vehicles. in these vehicles, if the awning installation sequence is not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged.

Risk: If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the awning motor free of charge. the recall began on may 23, 2013. owners may contact jacyo at 1-800-283-8267 for more information.

Problem: Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 redhawk motorhomes manufactured august 1, 2012, to june 24, 2016. the affected vehicles are equipped with shower curtains that may not adequately resist catching fire in the presence of an ignition source. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 302, "flammability of interior materials."

Risk: A flammable shower curtain may further fuel a fire, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shower curtains with curtains made with fire retardant, free of charge. the recall began august 11, 2016. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. jayco's number for this recall is 9903318.