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1997-2000 Jayco Eagle, Jayco Heritage and others recall: recreational vehicle/trailer

Jayco, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 9, 2000. It covers about 14,870 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14,870
reported
Feb 9, 2000
owners notified
Dec 30, 1999

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

What is wrong
Vehicle description: fold down trailers which use gas/electric absorption refrigerators supplied by norcold. The swivel nut which is an integral connection component of a pressure tap device has "stress corrosion cracking."
Risk
This cracking can lead to an open fracture in the brass nut, potentially allowing propane gas to leak.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the swivel nut/pressure tap component and replace with a remedy kit.

Recall number 99V287002

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V287002

Is there a recall on the 1997-2000 Jayco Eagle, Jayco Heritage and others recreational vehicle/trailer?

Yes. Recall 99V287002, reported on February 9, 2000, covers about 14,870 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V287002?

Dealers will remove the swivel nut/pressure tap component and replace with a remedy kit.

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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