NHTSA Recall 12V393000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V393000; Date: Aug. 3, 2012
Overheated and worn bearings may lead to axle failure while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Jayco Jay Flight Swift; 2012 Jayco Jay Flight Swift Slx
Component: Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Jayco, Inc.
Affected Units:: 300
Recall Summary:
Jayco is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 jay flight swift slx travel trailers manufactured from October 24, 2011, through July 3, 2012. These trailers may have oversized bearings installed in the axle. This may cause excessive movement in the wheel hub, causing the bearings to become overheated and worn.
How to Fix:
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle bearings with proper size bearings, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2012. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153),or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 5, 2012
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