Failure relates to safety recall 51101-c, workhorse chasis and bosch brakes calipers. Our vehicle is having the type of problems indicated in the recall notice, the brakes are seizing up and the anti lock brake light is on. My main concern is getting the vehicle to a repair shop. Workhorse in a phone conversation told me to drive the vehicle until it will not more any more and then call them for assistance. The repair shop is approx. 25 miles from the location of the vehicle. This is the second time we have had this same failure, the first time being 3 years ago. At that time the brakes failed entirely while on route 75 in marietta, ga. Fortunately we were able to avoid a accident. This is a 22 thousand pound vehicle and the thought of trying to drive it again with defective brakes does not seem to be reasonable. I feel that if the vehicle is showing the symptoms which caused the recall the company should be responsible for the safe delivery of the vehicle to the repair facility. My other concern relates to the scope of the recall, they told me it was limited to the calipers which were locking up. As the alb light is on and will not go off we have obviously damaged the sensors related to that function. Also, if we drive the vehicle as suggested there will probably be other damage due to excessive heat. Any help or suggestions you may have would be appreciated. Thank you.
The worst 2002 Jayco Firenza problems
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Recalls 5
Equipment
- 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
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Certain motor homes equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
- Risk
- Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Jayco will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1‑888‑446‑5157 or jayco at 1‑800‑283‑8267.
Recall number 07V129000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- On certain motorhomes, exposure to heat in the engine compartment could decrease the life of the cable constraint components. This could allow the electrical cables to come in contact with, or be damaged by, exhaust components.
- Risk
- This could cause deterioration of cable insulation or shorting of electrical cables resulting in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install metal cable ties and heat shields. Owner notification began april 1, 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.
Recall number 04V030000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- 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
Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning: lamp
- What is wrong
- Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
- Risk
- In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification began march 30, 2003. 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.
Recall number 03V119000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Jayco Firenza 1
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Questions about the 2002 Jayco Firenza
Is the 2002 Jayco Firenza reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2002 Jayco Firenza, fewer than a typical Firenza model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Jayco Firenza?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2002 Jayco Firenza have?
5 recalls, covering equipment, electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Jayco Firenza brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V119000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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