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2016 Jayco White Hawk problems & recalls

NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Jayco White Hawk.

2Jayco recalls
5owner complaints
0reported crashes
0reported fires
0injuries

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Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.

Recalls filed by Jayco

Suspension #16V158000 · 2016 · 10 units

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016 White Hawk travel trailers, model 25bhs, manufactured on March 3, 2016. The affected trailers were incorrectly built on axles rated for 3000 lbs., when they should have been built with axles that have a capacity of 3500 lbs.

Risk: If the trailer is loaded to the capacity listed on the label, trailer handling may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: All of the affected trailers have been quarantined at Jayco dealers prior to their sale and thus no owner notification letters will be sent. Dealers will install the correct axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901291.

Electrical System #16V560000 · 2016 · 3,085 units

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jay Feather, Jay Flight, Jay Flight SLX, Eagle, White Hawk, and Octane travel trailers manufactured January 5, 2016, to July 18, 2016, equipped with a sway command anti-sway system. When connected to certain tow vehicles that have an integrated brake controller, and after the anti-sway system has applied the trailer brakes in response to a sway event, the trailer brakes may no longer function to slow or stop the trailer.

Risk: A loss of trailer brakes may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will remove the sway command system from the affected travel trailers, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901308.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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What owners complain about

Suspension3
Service Brakes1
Wheels1

Components named in 5 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.

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FAQ

Does the 2016 Jayco White Hawk have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Jayco for the 2016 White Hawk. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.

What are the most common 2016 Jayco White Hawk problems?

In 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is suspension.