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2003 Jayco Avatar recall: exhaust system

Jayco, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 30, 2006. It covers about 3 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3
reported
Mar 30, 2006

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V089000

Is there a recall on the 2003 Jayco Avatar exhaust system?

Yes. Recall 06V089000, reported on March 30, 2006, covers about 3 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V089000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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