Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V142000 Reported March 18, 2004

Jayco/axle plate

Q: What is recall 04V142000?

NHTSA recall 04V142000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on March 18, 2004. It addresses: Jayco/axle plate. The recall affects approximately 95 vehicles , with the defect involving the Suspension component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Jayco, Inc. · Suspension · 95 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04V142000

Manufacturer Campaign

9901052

Manufacturer

Jayco, Inc.

Component

Suspension

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

March 18, 2004

Defect Summary

On recreational 5th wheel trailers, the 1" by 1" steel angle, located on the front and rear of the axle plate, which helps eliminate side to side movement of the axle plate, may not have been welded properly or may have been welded in an improper location.

Safety Consequence

The steel angle may come loose from either side of the axle plate and drag or separate completely from the vehicle causing premature tire wear increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. owner notification began april 30, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jayco at 1-574-825-0608.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04V142000 or campaign 9901052.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 04V142000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V142000?

NHTSA recall 04V142000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on March 18, 2004. It addresses: Jayco/axle plate. The recall affects approximately 95 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V142000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9901052. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.