The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·12V393000·Announced 2012-08-03

Jayco Recalls 2012-2013 Jay Flight Swift SLX Trailers Due to Axle Bearing Defect

Jayco is recalling certain 2012-2013 Jay Flight Swift SLX travel trailers because oversized axle bearings may overheat and wear, potentially leading to axle failure and a crash.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (axle failure) that increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural vehicle defects.

Plain-English summary

Jayco, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jay Flight Swift SLX travel trailers manufactured from October 24, 2011, through July 3, 2012. The recall involves approximately 300 units.

These trailers may have oversized bearings installed in the axle. This defect may cause excessive movement in the wheel hub, causing the bearings to become overheated and worn. Overheated and worn bearings may lead to axle failure while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axle bearings with proper size bearings, free of charge. The recall began on September 5, 2012. Owners may contact Jayco at 1-800-283-8267 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JAYCO JAY FLIGHT SWIFT SLX, JAY FLIGHT SWIFT
Brand
JAYCO
Manufacturer
JAYCO, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Travel Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
300

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 (2)

  • JAY FLIGHT SWIFT SLX
  • JAY FLIGHT SWIFT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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