Recall 20V091 affects 146 2013-2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic and Pinnacle trailers with underrated axles. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer.
Jayco Fifth Wheel is recalling 146 2013-2015 Seismic and Pinnacle trailers because they were built with 6,000lb capacity axles instead of the intended 7,000lb axles. The underrated axles can overload the trailer and lead to loss of control, increasing crash risk; Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle assembly on a 2013-2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic or Pinnacle trailer carries the trailer's weight and keeps the wheels aligned under load. Jayco intended these trailers to use 7,000lb axles, which match the trailer's design specification and expected carrying capacity.
On affected trailers, Jayco installed 6,000lb axles instead. The problem traces to a Jayco part number entry error: a part number for 6,000lb axles was tied to a supplier description for 7,000lb axles. That mismatch let trailers leave production with axle capacity below what the build called for.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner looking underneath the trailer or reading axle labels is not a substitute for a VIN check, because the recall depends on how the specific trailer was built.
Who's affected?
Spans Seismic and Pinnacle fifth wheels across 2013-2015. The component is rear suspension for each vehicle shown below.
| 2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle | rear suspension |
| 2013 Jayco Seismic | rear suspension |
| 2014 Jayco Seismic | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 146 |
| 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?
Underrated axles can leave the trailer overloaded, which can cause the operator to lose control and increase the risk of a crash. Avoid loading the trailer near its limits and schedule the axle and leaf spring replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic or Pinnacle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to schedule the free axle and leaf-spring replacement that corrects the underrated axle setup.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 20V091 when you call.
- Call Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service at 1-800-517-9137 with scheduling questions.
- Avoid heavy trailer loads until the repair is complete, and tow cautiously if the trailer must be moved before service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco Fifth Wheel technician replaces the under rated axles and leaf springs with the correct parts for the trailer. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Jayco has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you already paid for axle or leaf spring repairs tied to this defect before the recall work, ask Jayco customer service how to submit repair documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 17, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 23, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| March 23, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 23, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V091?
Recall 20V091 covers 146 2013-2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic and Pinnacle trailers built with 6,000-pound axles instead of the intended 7,000-pound axles. The underrated axles can overload the trailer, lead to loss of control, and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic or Pinnacle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V091. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to schedule axle and leaf spring replacement. Reference recall number 20V091 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, and Jayco will replace the axles and leaf springs free of charge at a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 20V091?
The safety risk is trailer overload from underrated axles. Recall 20V091 states that the trailers received 6,000-pound axles instead of 7,000-pound axles, which can cause the operator to lose control of the vehicle and increase crash risk.
What if I bought the Jayco Fifth Wheel trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Seismic or Pinnacle trailer is included, then call a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer with recall number 20V091.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V091000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service | 1-800-517-9137 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V091 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V091000 |
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 Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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