Recall 16V713 covers 137 2016-2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic trailers for an underrated awning fuse. Free repair at a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer.
Jayco Fifth Wheel is recalling 137 2016-2017 Seismic travel trailers because an underrated resettable fuse for the awning LED lights can fail to protect the circuit. That leaves the circuit exposed to an electrical short and raises the risk of a fire; Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers will install the correct fuse free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The awning with LED lights on the 2016-2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic uses a fused electrical circuit. The fuse is the protective link in that circuit. It is supposed to open the circuit when current moves outside the designed limit, so wiring and lighting components are not left carrying an unsafe electrical load.
On affected Seismic travel trailers, the production line installed the wrong resettable fuse for that awning light circuit. A resettable fuse is designed to interrupt power and then reset after the fault condition clears. When the fuse rating does not match the awning with LED lights, the circuit is not protected the way Jayco designed it.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a visible cue from the awning lights, switch, or wiring before the fuse problem shows up.
Who's affected?
Both model years share the same wiring and circuit breaker scope.
| 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic | wiring |
| Units affected | 137 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect fuse can leave the circuit without proper protection. If an electrical short occurs, the fire risk increases. Schedule the fuse replacement soon, and ask the dealer about use limits before service. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to schedule the free awning LED-light fuse replacement that corrects the underrated circuit protection.
- Bring the recall notice if Jayco sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V713 and Jayco recall 9901321 when you call.
- Avoid using the awning LED-light circuit until the correct 1.85 amp hold/3.70 amp trip fuse is installed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco Fifth Wheel technician replaces the underrated resettable fuse for the awning with LED lights with the correct 1.85 amp hold/3.70 amp trip fuse. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Jayco has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for an awning fuse repair related to this recall, bring repair paperwork to the service desk or contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 6, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 3, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 4, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| November 4, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 4, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V713?
Recall 16V713 covers 137 2016-2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic trailers with an underrated resettable fuse for the awning LED light circuit. The wrong fuse can leave the circuit unprotected during a short, increasing fire risk. Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers replace it with the correct fuse for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V713. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer and ask for the awning LED light circuit fuse replacement. Reference recall number 16V713 and Jayco recall number 9901321 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers will replace the underrated awning LED light fuse with the correct 1.85 amp hold/3.70 amp trip fuse free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The incorrect fuse can fail to protect the awning LED light circuit during an electrical short. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair and avoid using the affected awning light circuit until the fuse is replaced.
When did Jayco begin this recall?
Jayco began the recall on November 3, 2016. Owner notices gave instructions for the free fuse replacement, but used-trailer owners and second owners still need to check the VIN because mailed notices do not always reach the current owner.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V713000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service | 1-800-283-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V713 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V713000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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