Recall 18V460 covers 62 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane travel trailers with optional generators missing exhaust pipes. Free repair at a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer.
Jayco Travel Trailer is recalling 62 2018 Octane travel trailers because trailers included in the recall left production without the optional generator exhaust pipe installed. Generator exhaust entering the living space increases the risk of injury, and the dealer repair will be free once Jayco Travel Trailer opens the remedy.
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What's wrong?
The generator exhaust pipe on a 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane is the metal outlet that carries engine exhaust from the optional generator to the outside of the trailer. When the generator runs, its engine burns fuel and produces exhaust. The pipe's job is to keep that exhaust moving away from the living space instead of letting it collect under or inside the trailer.
On affected Octane travel trailers, that exhaust pipe was not installed during production. Jayco traced the problem to a supplier shortage that was not captured on its internal shortage report, so trailers were released for shipment even though the generator exhaust path was incomplete. With the pipe missing, generator exhaust can enter the trailer when the generator is running.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should treat a missing exhaust pipe as a defect that is present whenever the generator is used, not as a part that wears out over time.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane | Recreational vehicle/trailer |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 62 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 8 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Exhaust entering the trailer exposes occupants to fumes and increases the risk of injury. Until the generator exhaust pipe is inspected, keep occupants out of the trailer while the generator is running and contact a dealer for repair timing. Repair will be free at any franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane is included in this recall.
- Contact Jayco Travel Trailer customer service at 1-800-517-9137 for current repair timing before using the generator.
- Keep the generator off until a Jayco Travel Trailer dealer verifies the exhaust pipe is installed.
- Schedule the free inspection once Jayco Travel Trailer opens the dealer repair; the dealer installs any missing generator exhaust pipe so exhaust stays outside the trailer.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it, and reference recall number 18V460 and Jayco recall 9901406 when you call.
What happens at the repair
Jayco Travel Trailer notified owners after the recall began on July 24, 2018. Once the dealer repair is available, a Jayco Travel Trailer technician will inspect the optional generator exhaust routing and install any missing generator exhaust pipes. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Jayco Travel Trailer has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for the same generator exhaust repair, contact Jayco Travel Trailer customer service with your repair documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 11, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 24, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 30, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| July 30, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 30, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V460?
Recall 18V460 covers 62 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane travel trailers, models VH and VF, equipped with an optional generator. The generator exhaust pipe was not installed during production on affected trailers, allowing exhaust to enter the trailer and increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Octane is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V460. If it is, contact an authorized Jayco Travel Trailer dealer and ask for the missing generator exhaust pipe installation. Reference recall 18V460 and Jayco Travel Trailer recall number 9901406 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 18V460, dealers will install any missing generator exhaust pipes free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is generator exhaust entering the trailer. Exhaust inside the living area increases the risk of injury to people in or near the trailer. If your VIN is included, arrange the free exhaust pipe repair before using the optional generator.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V460000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Travel Trailer customer service | 1-800-517-9137 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V460 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V460000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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