2015 Jayco Redhawk problems & recalls

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.

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: Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain 2015-2017 jayco redhawk motorhomes built on chevrolet van chassis. liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.

Risk: High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Gm will notify owners, and gm dealers will replace the driver side door window switch, free of charge. the recall began on august 27, 2018. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137, chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782.