Recall 25V578 covers 75 2026 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic trailers with incorrect GAWR labels. Jayco mails corrected labels free of charge.
Jayco Fifth Wheel is recalling 75 2026 Seismic fifth wheel travel trailers because the certification label lists the wrong Gross Axle Weight Rating. Owners who rely on that label can accidentally overload the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash; the dealer recall repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on the 2026 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic is the trailer's official weight-rating label. It tells an owner, dealer, or inspection shop the Gross Axle Weight Rating, which is the maximum weight each axle is rated to carry. That label needs to match the axle rating installed on the trailer.
On affected Seismic trailers, the label was printed with the wrong GAWR because of an engineering data entry printing error. The label shows 8000 LBS. GAWR when it needs to show 7000 LBS. GAWR. Jayco says the trailers were built with the correct 7000 LBS. axles, so the problem is the printed certification information, not the installed axle hardware.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will notice this issue only by checking the certification label and seeing that the listed axle rating does not match the corrected 7000 LBS. GAWR.
Who's affected?
| 2026 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 75 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2026 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect label information can lead an owner to load the trailer beyond its rated capacity, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign tied to the label error, so check the corrected label before loading for a trip. Repair is free at any franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic is included in this recall.
- Contact Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service at 1-800-283-8267 to request the free corrected certification label that fixes the incorrect GAWR information.
- Reference recall number 25V578 and Jayco recall 9901638 when you call.
- Apply the corrected label before loading or towing the trailer, so the axle-weight information you use is accurate.
What happens at the repair
Jayco is handling this recall by mailing corrected certification labels at no charge. There is no dealer parts replacement listed in the remedy; the fix is the corrected label itself, with the Gross Axle Weight Rating shown correctly for the 2026 Seismic fifth wheel travel trailer. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 2023. If you already paid for a label-related correction, Jayco uses its general reimbursement plan on file. Keep the invoice, payment record, and any Jayco paperwork together before contacting Jayco customer service.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 4, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 23, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 3, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 3, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V578?
Recall 25V578 covers 75 2026 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic trailers with a certification label that lists the wrong Gross Axle Weight Rating. If an owner follows that incorrect label, the trailer can be overloaded, increasing crash risk. Jayco will mail a corrected label for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in recall 25V578. If it is, make sure Jayco has your current mailing address so the corrected certification label reaches you. You can also contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 and reference recall 25V578.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Jayco will mail the corrected certification label free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost, and this recall does not require the owner to pay for the replacement label.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is accidental trailer overloading. The certification label gives the Gross Axle Weight Rating, and the wrong rating can lead an owner to load the trailer beyond its actual axle limit. That overload can affect trailer control and increase crash risk.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 25V578?
Jayco mailed owner letters on September 23, 2023. If you bought the trailer used or changed addresses, do not rely on the letter alone. Check your VIN, then contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267 if the corrected label has not arrived.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V578000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service | 1-800-283-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V578 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V578000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →