NHTSA Recall 19V845000
Filed by Jayco, Inc.. Component: Equipment. Reported 2019-11-25. An estimated 398 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Melbourne Prestige motorhomes. The liquid propane (LP) tank hangers may be the wrong size and have insufficient welding, allowing the LP tank to dislodge.
Risk
If the LP tank dislodges while the motorhome is in transit, it can increase the risk of a crash with the ignition of the propane.
What the manufacturer will do
Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will install a support bracket on each side of the propane tank, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903501.
Manufacturer campaign number: 9903501
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.