Jayco, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #97V113000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V113000 by Jayco, Inc.. Includes 485 affected units, JAYCO/STEP, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: fifth wheel and travel trailers. rivets used to secure the step risers on these vehicles are the wrong size. the rivets are too short in length and under stress can allow the step treads to become unattached from the mounting bracket.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the step riser assembly.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V113000

Manufacturer: Jayco, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1997-07-09T00:00:00

Subject: Jayco/step

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 485

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: fifth wheel and travel trailers. rivets used to secure the step risers on these vehicles are the wrong size. the rivets are too short in length and under stress can allow the step treads to become unattached from the mounting bracket.

Consequence Summary: If the step riser falls from the mounting bracket while a person is stepping on it, personal injury could occur.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the step riser assembly.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-66tu.invr_myg2

NHTSA ID: 97V113000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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