Recall 19V173 covers 1,660 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point and Pinnacle trailers with the wrong awning fuse. Free repair at franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers.
Jayco Fifth Wheel is recalling 1,660 2019 North Point and Pinnacle fifth wheel trailers with Carefree Altitude Series awnings because the awning circuit has a 15amp fuse where a 5amp fuse belongs. In a short circuit, the wrong fuse can raise the risk of a fire; Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Carefree Altitude Series awning on the 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point and Pinnacle trailers uses an electrical circuit to extend and retract the awning. That circuit is protected by a fuse, a small replaceable safety part that opens the circuit when current rises too high. For this awning wiring, the circuit was supposed to use a 5 amp fuse.
On affected trailers, Jayco found a 15 amp fuse on the awning circuit instead. The wiring specification called for 18 gauge wire, and that smaller wire needs lower fuse protection. If awning wiring is pinched by the moving awning parts, the larger fuse can allow too much current through the wire before it opens the circuit. That heat can damage the wiring and lead to a thermal event.
Owners are not told to watch for a specific symptom before the wiring overheats. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers the North Point and Pinnacle fifth wheel lines from the 2019 model year, both tied to the same wiring component.
| 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle | wiring |
| Units affected | 1,660 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident 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?
A short circuit with the incorrect fuse increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the fuse replacement soon and follow Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer instructions before using affected circuits. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point or Pinnacle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to schedule the free 15amp-to-5amp awning-circuit fuse replacement.
- Bring the recall notice if Jayco Fifth Wheel mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V173 and Jayco Fifth Wheel recall 9901428 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the Carefree Altitude Series awning should stay unused until the fuse replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco Fifth Wheel technician replaces the awning circuit's 15amp fuse with the correct 5amp fuse. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related awning fuse or circuit repair, Jayco's general reimbursement plan covers eligible documented expenses. Bring your repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk, or contact Jayco customer service for reimbursement instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 5, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 20, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 20, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 20, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 22, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V173?
Recall 19V173 covers 1,660 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point and Pinnacle trailers with Carefree Altitude Series awnings. The awning circuit has a 15amp fuse where a 5amp fuse is required, which can raise fire risk during a short circuit.
What should I do if my 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point or Pinnacle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 19V173. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to schedule the fuse replacement. Reference recall number 19V173 when you call. The repair is free.
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 incorrect 15amp awning-circuit fuse with the correct 5amp fuse free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short circuit. If the awning circuit shorts, the 15amp fuse can allow more current than the circuit is designed to handle before protection opens. The dealer repair replaces it with the correct 5amp fuse.
When did Jayco Fifth Wheel notify owners?
Jayco Fifth Wheel notified owners, and the recall began on March 22, 2019. If you own a 2019 North Point or Pinnacle and never received a letter, check your VIN and ask the dealer to confirm whether recall 19V173 is open for your trailer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V173000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service | 1-800-517-9137 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V173 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V173000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (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 →