Recall 18V686 affects 176 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight trailers for miswired brake and turn lights. Franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealers fix it free.
Jayco Travel Trailer is recalling 176 2019 Jay Flight travel trailers because the rear turn signal and brake lights were wired incorrectly and can work intermittently. When those lights fail to show stopping or turning, other drivers are not warned in time, increasing crash risk; Jayco Travel Trailer dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The exterior lighting wiring on the 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight controls the brake lights and turn signals at the rear of the trailer. Those lights tell drivers behind you when the tow vehicle is braking or preparing to turn. The system depends on the trailer wiring and Smart Control Module sending the right signal to the right lamp.
On affected Jay Flight travel trailers, the turn signal and brake light wiring was installed incorrectly during production after the Smart Control Module was added to the line. Jayco traced the defect to failure to follow the wiring print and improper testing of the exterior lights during manufacturing. Because the circuit was wrong, the brake lights and turn signals worked intermittently instead of giving a steady, predictable signal.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is in the trailer wiring, so the lights can stop giving a reliable signal without a dashboard message, noise, smell, or change in towing feel.
Who's affected?
The listed components are brake lights and wiring for the same trailer group.
| 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight | wiring |
| Units affected | 176 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the rear turn signals and brake lights fail, drivers behind the trailer are not properly warned when you stop or turn, which increases crash risk. Check the lights before towing and schedule the wiring repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer to schedule the free rear-light wiring repair that connects the turn signals and brake lights correctly to the 7-way trailer cord.
- Bring the recall notice if Jayco mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V686 when you call.
- Use extra caution when towing until the repair is complete, because other drivers rely on the rear turn signals and brake lights to see stops and turns.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco Travel Trailer technician corrects the rear turn signal and brake light wiring at the 7-way trailer cord so the trailer lights work as intended. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Jayco has a reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid for a related wiring or rear lighting repair before the recall work, contact Jayco customer service with your repair documentation and ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 2, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 30, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| October 30, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 30, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V686?
Recall 18V686 covers 176 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight travel trailers with rear turn signal and brake light wiring routed incorrectly to the 7-way trailer cord. Jayco Travel Trailer dealers will correct the wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Flight is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V686. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer to schedule the rear lighting wiring repair. Reference recall number 18V686 and Jayco recall number 9901408 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Jayco Travel Trailer dealers will correctly wire the rear turn signals and brake lights to the 7-way trailer cord free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that other drivers are not properly alerted when the trailer is stopping or turning. The recall says the rear turn signals and brake lights work intermittently because of incorrect wiring, increasing crash risk until the dealer completes the free repair.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Intermittent rear turn signals or brake lights are the warning signs named in this recall. Before towing, check that the rear turn signals and brake lights respond correctly. If the lights fail or work inconsistently, contact a Jayco Travel Trailer dealer for the free wiring repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V686000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Travel Trailer customer service | 1-800-517-9137 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V686 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V686000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (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)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →