Recall 19V706 affects 190 2016-2017 Jayco Alante motorhomes for a missing heat shield exposing hydraulic lines to heat. Repair will be free once available.
Jayco is recalling 190 2016-2017 Alante motorhomes because a missing heat shield can leave hydraulic lines exposed to excessive heat. That heat can melt the lines and increase fire risk; the Jayco dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The missing part is an underbody heat shield on 2016-2017 Jayco Alante motorhomes built on the Ford F53 chassis. A heat shield is a metal barrier that sits between hot exhaust parts and nearby components. Its job is to keep heat from the catalytic converter area away from hydraulic lines and other underbody materials.
On affected Alante motorhomes, production records show the heat shield was not installed before Jayco changed production. Without that barrier, hydraulic lines sit closer to excessive exhaust heat. Those lines carry pressurized fluid, and heat exposure can damage the line material or nearby parts over normal use.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light or a visible symptom to tell you the heat shield is missing.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2016 and 2017 Alante model years, with the same body-structure component listed for both.
| 2016 Jayco Alante | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2017 Jayco Alante | body structure |
| Units affected | 190 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Excessive heat can melt hydraulic lines, increasing the risk of a fire. Until the remedy is available, use caution, keep the area around the chassis clear of heat-sensitive materials, and contact Jayco for current repair guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Jayco dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Jayco Alante is included in this recall.
- Find the Jayco owner letter mailed November 14, 2019, or call Jayco customer service for recall instructions.
- Contact a franchised Jayco dealer to ask when the free heat-shield installation is available for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 19V706 and Jayco recall 9903442 when you call.
- Avoid long drives until the heat shields are installed because excessive heat can melt the hydraulic lines and increase fire risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco technician installs aftermarket heat shields on the chassis so the hydraulic lines are shielded from excessive heat. Jayco lists this remedy as still under development, so the final dealer repair will be free once available. Jayco has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for this heat shield repair, contact Jayco customer service and ask what documentation is required for a reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 3, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 14, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 15, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| November 15, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 15, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V706?
Recall 19V706 covers 190 2016-2017 Jayco Alante motorhomes built on Ford F53 chassis. The issue is a missing heat shield on affected motorhomes, leaving hydraulic lines exposed to excessive heat. Jayco dealers will install aftermarket heat shields for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Jayco Alante is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 19V706. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco dealer and ask for the aftermarket chassis heat shield installation. Reference Jayco recall number 9903442 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 will have dealers install aftermarket heat shields to the chassis free of charge for included 2016-2017 Alante motorhomes.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. On affected Jayco Alante motorhomes, a missing heat shield leaves hydraulic lines exposed to excessive heat. That heat can melt the lines and raise the risk of a fire. The free dealer fix adds aftermarket heat shields.
What if I bought my Jayco Alante used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2016-2017 Jayco Alante is included, then contact a franchised Jayco dealer and reference recall 19V706.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V706000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco customer service | 1-800-517-9137 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V706 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V706000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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