Recall 20V665 affects 735 2020-2021 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point trailers for axle spindle weld failure. Repair will be free once available.
Jayco Fifth Wheel is recalling 735 2020-2021 North Point recreational trailers because axle spindle welds can fail. If the wheel/spindle assembly separates from the axle tube, crash risk rises; the Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The axle on a 2020-2021 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point trailer supports the wheel ends and carries the trailer load through the suspension. The spindle is the machined end of that axle where the hub and wheel assembly ride. Its weld to the axle tube has to hold the wheel in place while the trailer rolls, turns, and absorbs road shock.
On affected trailers, the spindle-to-tube connection has too little weld around the area that contacts the U-bolts. That weak weld leaves less metal tying the spindle to the axle tube. As the suspension works under load, the connection can crack and fail, letting the wheel and spindle assembly separate from the axle tube.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat visible axle damage, an unusual wheel angle, scraping noise, or a sudden change in trailer tracking as a stop-driving condition, but the recall filing does not identify a reliable early symptom.
Who's affected?
Includes the 2020 and 2021 North Point model years, both tied to the rear suspension axle spindle.
| 2021 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2020 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 735 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 6 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?
Separation of the wheel/spindle assembly from the axle tube raises the risk of a crash because the trailer loses wheel support while in use. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection and avoid towing until a dealer gives specific guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2021 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point is included in this recall.
- Watch for Jayco Fifth Wheel's owner notice if you have not received it; letters were mailed December 30, 2020.
- Ask a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer whether the free axle inspection and replacement that addresses axle-spindle weld failure is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 20V665 when you call the dealer.
- Limit trailer use until the axle is inspected, because the wheel and spindle assembly can separate from the axle tube.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Jayco Fifth Wheel technician will inspect the axle and replace it when the inspection shows replacement is needed. The final dealer repair will be free once it opens, with parts and labor covered under the recall. If you already paid for an axle repair tied to this defect, ask Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation under the reimbursement plan on file.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 29, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 28, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| December 28, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 28, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 30, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V665?
Recall 20V665 covers 735 2020-2021 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point recreational trailers with axle spindle welds that can fail. If the wheel and spindle assembly separates from the axle tube, crash risk increases. Dealers will inspect the axle and replace it if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2021 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 20V665. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to schedule the axle inspection. Reference recall number 20V665 and Jayco recall number 9901526 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers will inspect the axle and replace it if needed free of charge under recall 20V665.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel and spindle separation from the axle tube. If that assembly breaks away while the trailer is moving, crash risk increases. Until your VIN is checked and the axle is inspected, use the recall number when speaking with the dealer service desk.
What if I bought my Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2020-2021 North Point is included, then contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer for the axle inspection.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V665000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service | 1-617-776-0344 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V665 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V665000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (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 Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →