NHTSA recall 16V905000
Electrical system › Wiring
Jayco Alante and 1 more
Reported Dec 15, 2016680 vehicles affectedJayco, Inc.Maker’s number 9903340Built Aug 10, 2015 – Mar 15, 2016
The defect
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016 Alante and Precept motorhomes manufactured August 10, 2015, to March 15, 2016. The wiring for the entrance steps may be incorrectly installed, and as a result, the steps may unexpectedly retract.
The risk
If the steps retract on their own, a person trying to enter or exit the motorhome may fall, increasing their risk of injury.
The remedy
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the entrance step wiring, correcting the wiring as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903340.