Recall 16V158 covers 10 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk trailers built with undersized axles. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer.
Jayco Travel Trailer is recalling 10 2016 White Hawk travel trailers because they were built with axles rated for 3000 lbs. instead of the required 3500 lbs. If the trailer is loaded to the capacity on its label, handling can be affected and crash risk increases; the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle assembly on the 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk 25BHS supports the trailer's weight and keeps the wheels aligned under the frame. It is a non-powered axle, so it does not drive the trailer forward. Its job is to carry the load safely while the tow vehicle pulls the trailer.
These trailers were built with axles rated for 3000 lbs. Jayco Travel Trailer says they should have been built with axles rated for 3500 lbs. The wrong axle size leaves the trailer with less carrying capacity than intended, which puts the suspension hardware under load it was not built to carry. Jayco Travel Trailer traced the issue to human error on the production line.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would not be expected to see a light, hear a sound, or feel a change that clearly points to the axle rating problem before the trailer is inspected.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 10 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific trailer.
What's the safety risk?
When loaded to the capacity shown on its label, the trailer's handling is less predictable, increasing the risk of a crash. Avoid loading to that capacity until the axle repair is complete, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer to schedule the free axle replacement that gives the trailer the correct 3,500 lb. axle capacity.
- Reference recall number 16V158 and Jayco recall 9901291 when you call.
- Avoid loading the trailer to the label capacity until the correct axles are installed; the recall states trailer handling is affected when the under-rated axles carry that load.
- Call Jayco Travel Trailer customer service at 1-800-283-8267 with questions about scheduling or dealer paperwork.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco Travel Trailer technician installs the correct axles on the recalled travel trailer. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. The trailers were quarantined at Jayco dealers before retail sale, so owner letters are not being sent. Owner reimbursement is not being offered for this campaign because no units were retail sold. Jayco is reimbursing dealers for the labor under the recall.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| March 17, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| March 22, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V158?
Recall 16V158 covers 10 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk 25BHS trailers built with 3000-lb axles instead of the required 3500-lb axles. When loaded to the label capacity, the trailer handling can be affected and increase crash risk. Dealers will install the correct axles for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V158. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer and reference recall number 9901291. The dealer will install the correct axles for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V158, a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer will install axles with the correct 3500-lb capacity free of charge.
Is it safe to tow a 2016 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk on this recall?
Towing risk depends on whether the incorrect axles are still installed. Recall 16V158 says trailer handling can be affected if the trailer is loaded to the capacity listed on the label. Confirm your VIN before towing, then ask the dealer for guidance if the repair is still open.
Will Jayco Travel Trailer mail me a recall notice?
No owner letters were planned for this recall. Jayco Travel Trailer reported that all affected trailers were quarantined at dealers before sale. If you now own a 2016 White Hawk 25BHS, check your VIN and call Jayco Travel Trailer customer service at 1-800-283-8267 with recall number 9901291.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V158000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Travel Trailer customer service | 1-800-283-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V158 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V158000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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