Jayco Recalls 2017 Precept Motorhomes Due to Brake Fluid Leak Risk
Jayco is recalling 2017 Precept motorhomes because missing valve block ball plugs in the brake system may cause fluid leaks or air ingestion, increasing stopping distance.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake system) that increases the risk of a crash, but the source text does not report any injuries or fatalities, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.
Plain-English summary
Jayco, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Precept motorhomes. The recall addresses a defect in the brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) where valve block ball plugs may be missing. This issue can potentially cause a brake fluid leak or air ingestion during electronic brake distribution and/or ABS activation.
A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries, fatalities, or property damage associated with this defect.
The recall began on February 16, 2018. Jayco will notify owners, and Ford dealers will inspect the hydraulic block and replace the HECU if the ball plugs are present, free of charge. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- JAYCO PRECEPT
- Brand
- JAYCO
- Manufacturer
- Jayco, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorhome
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 17
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)
- PRECEPT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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