Jayco, Inc. Electrical System Recall

Vehicle Make / Model:
JAYCO / GREYHAWK CLASS C
JAYCO / MELBOURNE CLASS C
JAYCO / OCTANE SPORT UTILITY

Model Year(s):
2008-2009 2011
2008-2011
2008-2010

Manufacturer: JAYCO, INC.

Mfr’s Report Date: SEP 14, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V451000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,596

Summary:
Jayco, Inc., (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 and 2011 Greyhawk Class C motorhomes, model year 2008-2011 Melbourne Class C motorhomes, and 2008-2010 Octane Sport Utility travel trailers manufactured from May 21, 2007, through September 10, 2010, equipped with Iota-brand transfer switches. These trailers may have an improper electrical connection at the buss bar on the affected transfer switches. This improper connection may lead to overheating and melting of the transfer switch.

Consequence:
Overheating and melting of the transfer switch increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy:
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2012. Owners may contact Jayco at 1-800-283-8267.