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2008-2011 Jayco Greyhawk Class C, Jayco Melbourne Class C and others recall: electrical system

Jayco, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 14, 2012. It covers about 1,596 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,596
reported
Sep 14, 2012
owners notified
Oct 10, 2012
related complaints
5

Electrical system

What is wrong
Jayco, Inc., (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 and 2011 Greyhawk Class C motorhomes, model year 2008-2011 Melbourne Class C motorhomes, and 2008-2010 Octane Sport Utility travel trailers manufactured from May 21, 2007, through September 10, 2010, equipped with Iota-brand transfer switches. These trailers may have an improper electrical connection at the buss bar on the affected transfer switches. This improper connection may lead to overheating and melting of the transfer switch.
Risk
Overheating and melting of the transfer switch increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2012. Owners may contact Jayco at 1‑800‑283‑8267.

Recall number 12V451000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about electrical problems.

2008 Jayco Greyhawk Class C2009 Jayco Greyhawk Class C2011 Jayco Greyhawk Class C2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C2009 Jayco Melbourne Class C2010 Jayco Melbourne Class C2011 Jayco Melbourne Class C2008 Jayco Octane Sport Utility2009 Jayco Octane Sport Utility2010 Jayco Octane Sport Utility

Questions about recall 12V451000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2011 Jayco Greyhawk Class C, Jayco Melbourne Class C and others electrical system?

Yes. Recall 12V451000, reported on September 14, 2012, covers about 1,596 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V451000?

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2012. Owners may contact 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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