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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V383📅 Sep 6, 2005

2006 Jayco Talon recall: trailer hitch

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain fifth wheel trailers have a pin box that is rated below the gross vehicle weight rating requirements.

💥 The risk

This could result in a hitch failure and increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will remove the incorrect 16000 lb pin box and install the 18000 lb pin box. The recall began on september 30, 2005. Owners may contact jayco at 1-574-825-5861.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V383000
Manufacturer
JAYCO, INC.
Vehicles affected
66
Component
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 30, 2005
Built
May 2, 2005 – Aug 19, 2005
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V383 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V383?

2006 Jayco Talon. 66 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Jayco dealer to book the free repair.