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Jayco Avatar recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Jayco Avatar, covering 49,820 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Jayco Avatar recalls by model year

2005 12003 32002 1

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EquipmentReported November 21, 2017 · 49,563 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling various 2002-2016 recreational vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Jayco will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1‑800‑283‑8267, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

Recall number 17V746000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust systemReported March 30, 2006 · 3 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motor homes equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the straps that support the converter mufflers to the chassis, these welds are causing the straps to fail.
Risk
When the straps fail, the muffler can drop to the ground.
Remedy
Caterpillar is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Caterpillar will have the converter muffler straps replaced free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 309‑675‑6496 or jayco at 1‑800‑283‑8267.

Recall number 06V089000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supplyReported March 29, 2006 · 21 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motor homes equipped with ngi air pressure gauges located on the dash panel, the gauge is giving a false reading.
Risk
This may cause the park brake to engage without warning, thus throwing the passenger forward, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Remedy
Spartan is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will install a harness jumper cable to each air sender. Owners may contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400 or jayco at 1‑800‑283‑8267.

Recall number 06V083000 · Recall details

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported July 21, 2003 · 233 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motor homes, there is no option to sanitize the fresh water tanks and to prevent back-flow from the water pump.
Risk
Contamination of the water hose could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will add a hose assembly with a valve to route the sanitation solution to the fresh tank. Also a back flow preventor will be added to the fresh water intake to prevent the water from the fresh tank from contacting the fresh hose. Owner notification began september 17, 2003. Owners should contact jayco at 1‑574‑825‑0608.

Recall number 03V256000 · Recall details

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

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How many recalls does the Jayco Avatar have?

4, covering equipment, engine and engine cooling and service brakes, air.

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