Recall 21V317 affects 559 2021 Jayco Jay Feather Micro travel trailers for a spare tire carrier that can break. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco dealer.
Jayco Travel Trailer is recalling 559 2021 Jay Feather Micro trailers under recall 21V317 because the spare tire carrier can break at the bend radius or gusset. A detached carrier becomes a road hazard and raises the risk of a crash, so Jayco dealers will inspect and repair the carrier free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The spare tire carrier on the 2021 Jay Feather Micro is the metal bracket that holds the spare tire to the back of the trailer. It is bent and gusseted so it can carry the weight of a full-size spare while the trailer flexes and bounces down the road. The bracket is supposed to hold that load through years of normal towing.
On the recalled trailers, the carrier can crack and break at the bend radius or at the gusset, the reinforcing plate welded into the bend. The supplier's original design did not hold up to real-world loads, and inspections found cracks starting at the gusset on units still in the yard. Once the bracket fails, the spare tire and carrier can separate from the trailer in transit and become a road hazard for the vehicles behind you.
There is no warning sign before failure. The crack starts inside the bend and grows until the bracket lets go.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Feather Micro | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 559 |
| 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 in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
A spare tire carrier that breaks loose can fall onto the road behind you, turning into a hazard for the vehicles following and raising the risk of a crash. Until the brackets are installed, inspect the carrier before each tow and stop driving if you notice cracks, looseness, or unusual movement at the rear. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Jayco Travel Trailer Jay Feather Micro is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Jayco Travel Trailer dealer to schedule the Z-bracket installation that reinforces the spare tire carrier.
- Bring the owner notification letter if Jayco mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V317 (Jayco recall 9901566) when you call.
- Call Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 with questions about the repair.
- Inspect the spare tire carrier before towing the trailer until the repair is complete, and remove the spare if the carrier shows cracks at the bend or gusset.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jayco Travel Trailer technician installs two Z-brackets to reinforce the spare tire carrier where it can break at the bend radius or gusset. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you have already paid out of pocket for a related spare tire carrier repair, Jayco's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your receipts to the service desk when you arrive, or contact Jayco customer service to ask how to submit documentation before your appointment.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 5, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 4, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| June 4, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 4, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 9, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V317?
Recall 21V317 covers 559 2021 Jayco Jay Feather Micro travel trailers with a spare tire carrier that can break at the bend radius or gusset. A broken carrier can detach and become a road hazard. Jayco dealers will install two Z-brackets for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Jayco Jay Feather Micro is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 21V317. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco dealer to schedule installation of the two Z-brackets. Reference recall number 21V317 when you call. You can also reach Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform the recall repair at no cost to the owner. Jayco dealers will install the two Z-brackets on the spare tire carrier free of charge, regardless of where the trailer was originally purchased.
What is the safety risk of the spare tire carrier defect?
If the spare tire carrier breaks at the bend radius or gusset, the carrier and spare tire can detach from the trailer while traveling. A detached carrier becomes a road hazard for vehicles behind you and increases the risk of a crash. The Z-bracket installation reinforces the carrier to prevent this failure.
What if I bought my Jay Feather Micro used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. If Jayco never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your trailer is included in recall 21V317, then contact a franchised Jayco dealer to schedule the Z-bracket installation.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V317000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Travel Trailer customer service | 1-800-283-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V317 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V317000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 →