The Recall Desk
ModerateNHTSA·11V130000·Announced 2011-02-24

Jayco Eagle Super Lite Fifth-Wheels Recalled for Incorrect Tire Label

Jayco is recalling 2011 Eagle Super Lite fifth-wheels because a typo on the federal ID label lists the wrong tire size. Owners will receive corrected labels free of charge.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is a labeling error that could lead to improper tire selection, fitting the rubric for minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination where no injuries are reported.

Plain-English summary

Jayco, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011 Eagle Super Lite fifth-wheels manufactured between November 15, 2010, and February 9, 2011. The recall addresses a typographical error on the federal ID label that incorrectly identifies the size of the tire. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, which governs tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.

The misprinted label could lead to the selection of an improperly sized replacement tire. The source text does not report any injuries, deaths, or specific incidents related to this defect.

Owners will be provided with corrected labels free of charge. The safety recall was expected to begin during March 2011. Owners may contact Jayco at 1-574-825-0608 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JAYCO EAGLE SUPER LITE
Brand
JAYCO
Manufacturer
JAYCO, INC.
Affected units
9

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • EAGLE SUPER LITE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.