Recall 16V748 covers 81 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Series Sport trailers for tire-to-wheel-well rubbing. Repair is free at dealers.
Jayco Travel Trailer is recalling 81 2017 Jay Series Sport camping trailers with the Baja Option because the inside tire walls can rub against the wheel wells, creating tire-blowout risk. A blowout creates crash risk, and a Jayco Travel Trailer dealer will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tires on a 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Series Sport with the Baja Option carry the trailer's weight and rotate inside the wheel wells. The wheel wells are the openings around the tires, and the axle sets how far the wheels sit from the trailer body. There has to be enough clearance so the tire sidewall never touches the wheel well while the trailer is moving.
On included trailers, the tire package was specified incorrectly for the Baja Option. Jayco first identified LT235/75R15 tires as the wrong size, with LT215/75R15 listed as the correct size, then testing showed the tire change did not solve the clearance problem. The remedy changed to installing a new axle with a different hub face width and replacing both wheel wells.
The failure happens when the inside tire wall rubs against the wheel well. That rubbing damages the tire sidewall and can result in a tire blowout. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Series Sport | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 81 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Series Sport trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A tire blowout raises the risk of a crash while the trailer is being towed. Tow cautiously until the recall work is complete, and schedule the dealer repair soon. If tire trouble starts on the road, slow down safely and stop before continuing. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Series Sport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer to schedule the free axle, wheel-well, and label replacement that gives the tires proper clearance.
- Bring the recall notice if Jayco Travel Trailer mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V748 when you call.
- Tow cautiously until the repair. Inspect the inside tire sidewalls for rubbing or damage before moving the trailer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco Travel Trailer technician replaces the axle, wheel wells, and labels covered by recall 16V748. The repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Jayco has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid out of pocket for the same axle, wheel well, or label repair before the recall repair was completed, ask Jayco customer service how to submit documentation for reimbursement under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 17, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 10, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 18, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| November 18, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 18, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V748?
Recall 16V748 covers 81 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Series Sport camping trailers with the Baja Option. The inside tire walls can rub against the wheel wells, leading to a tire blowout and crash risk. Dealers will replace the axle, wheel wells, and labels for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Series Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V748. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer to schedule the axle, wheel well, and label replacement. Reference recall number 16V748000 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost. For recall 16V748, Jayco Travel Trailer dealers will replace the axle, wheel wells, and labels free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a tire blowout while the trailer is being towed. On affected trailers, the inside tire walls can rub against the wheel wells. A blowout can make the trailer harder to control and increase crash risk.
What if I bought this Jayco Travel Trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2017 Jay Series Sport is included, then call a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer with recall number 16V748000.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V748000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Travel Trailer customer service | 1-800-283-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V748 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V748000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →