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October 13, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V769000
Improperly Fitted Fuel Cap May Leak
An improperly fitted fuel cap may leak fuel or vapors, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V769
Manufacturer Jayco, Inc.
Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected 42
Summary
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2023 Seismic and Seismic Luxury trailers. Fuel cap does not fit properly on the filler fuel neck for the cargo fuel tank.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace filler fuel neck as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco’s number to this recall is 9901581.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Filler Fuel Neck
Bulletin Type: | Recall | Publication Date: | October 2022 |
Bulletin #(s): | 22V-769 USA
2022-581 Canada |
Make(s): | Jayco |
Job Code(s): | 9901581 | Model(s): | Seismic FW, Seismic Luxury FW |
Flat Rate(s): | 9901581A .10 Inspection only Fuel Cap(s)
9901581B .40 Inspect and replace one fuel neck 9901581C .80 Inspect and replace two fuel necks |
Model Year(s): | 2023 |
Incident: | Cap on the fuel necks to our gas tank are not seating properly |
Affected Units: | 2023 Jayco Seismic FW and Seismic Luxury FW |
Parts Kit: 22V-769 | Parts Kit #: 22V-769A |
Part Kit Contents: (1) NECK,FLR FUEL 2″ 07.50 MN LG W/22DEG ANG W/.63 VNT TB (Jayco Part #0338012) | |
Parts Kit #: 22V-769B | |
Part Kit Contents: (2) NECK,FLR FUEL 2″ 07.50 MN LG W/22DEG ANG W/.63 VNT TB (Jayco Part #0338012) | |
Misc. Tools & Supplies: | Screwgun, #2 square drive bit, 5/16” hex head bit or socket |
Parts Return Information: | N/A |
FILLER FUEL NECK INSPECTION
1. Locate fuel cap on ODS rear of coach (Figure 1 & 2). There will be one on Seismic FW and two on Seismic Luxury FW.
2. Check to make sure fuel cap seats properly to the fuel neck. If bad (Figure 3), the fuel neck will need changed. (Figure 4)
FILLER FUEL NECK REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
3. Begin by removing the two fuel neck screws using a #2 square drive. (Figure 5 & 6)
4. Loosen the hose clamps on the back side of the fuel neck using a 5/16” socket or nut driver. (Figure 7)
5. Remove hoses from existing fuel neck and replace with new one. Test fit the cap on the new fuel neck to make sure it seats properly before installing it. (Figure 8)
6. Refasten the hose clamps on new fuel neck. (Figure 9)
7. Align fuel neck so that existing pre-drilled holes can be used. (Figure 10) Fill hole should be at the bottom.
8. Reattach fuel cap with second screw and twist on cap until it clicks. (Figure 11)
Jayco’s sole obligation under our limited warranty is to repair or replace defective materials and/or workmanship deemed our responsibility as determined by Jayco in our sole discretion. Jayco reserves the right to use new and/or remanufactured parts or materials of similar quality to complete any work, and to make parts and/or design changes as appropriate without notice to anyone. Jayco designs and/or materials changes are done without obligation to incorporate such changes in previously manufactured product. Jayco makes every reasonable effort to ensure field remedies will not adversely affect performance and/or safety of the unit. This field remedy is not intended to extend to future performance of this RV, or any of its materials, components or parts beyond the standard warranty period. The RV owner’s obligation to notify Jayco, or one of its independent, authorized dealers, of a claimed defect does not modify any obligation placed on the RV owner to contact Jayco directly when attempting to pursue remedies under state or federal law. |
903 South Main Street • P.O. Box 460 • Middlebury, IN 46540 |
Dear Valued Customer:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Jayco Inc. has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain model year 2023 Seismic and Seismic Luxury fifth wheel travel trailers.
Reason for this recall
Fuel cap does not fit properly on the filler fuel neck for the cargo fuel tank.
An improperly fitted fuel cap may leak fuel or vapors, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace filler fuel neck as necessary. The remedy will be free of charge and will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.
What we need you to do
Please contact a Jayco Inc. dealer or Jayco Inc. certified repair facility and schedule an appointment for this remedy.
Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.
If you had this repair completed prior to receipt of this recall notice, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy of the problem associated with this recall. Submit an email to service@jayco.com including your name, address, VIN, recall number, and a clear, legible receipt showing the identification of the product that was recalled.
If your dealer does not remedy this condition at no charge, please contact our Customer Service Department at 800-283-8267. If you are unable to get this safety defect remedied without charge and/or within a reasonable amount of time after contacting your dealer and Jayco customer service, you may want to contact NHTSA. To submit a written complaint contact the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153): or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
We certainly regret this inconvenience; however, your safety is our most important priority.
Sincerely,
Compliance Management
Jayco Inc. Towable Products
Chronology :
September 22, 2022 an internal communication was received from Jayco production facility informing Jayco Compliance that they discovered that the fuel caps on the filler fuel necks to the cargo fuel tanks are not seating properly. All affected units in production were repaired.
October 3, 2022 the Warranty Incident Review Committee (WIRC) discussed this incident and elevated to the Corrective and Preventive Action Committee (CPAC).
October 5, 2022 CPAC met to discuss this incident and elevated this incident to the Safety Steering Committee (SSC).
On October 10, 2022, SSC met and voted that a safety recall was appropriate for this incident. Jayco Inc. has not received any warranty claims for this issue.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
JAYCO | SEISMIC | 2023 |
8 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-22V769-3820.pdf 645.742KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V769-6255.PDF 215.333KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-22V769-4274.pdf 40.034KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-22V769-8815.pdf 137.552KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V769-8601.pdf 1048.46KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-4
RCLQRT-22V769-0136.PDF 211.123KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2023-1
RCLQRT-22V769-2447.PDF 211.221KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-2
RCLQRT-22V769-3072.PDF 211.305KB
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22V-769_Recall Fuel Neck October 2022 Page 1 of 3 Filler Fuel Neck Incident: Cap on the fuel necks to our gas tank are not seating properly Affected Units: 2023 Jayco Seismic FW and Seismic Luxury FW Parts Kit: 22V-769 Parts Kit #: 22V-769A Part Kit Contents: (1) NECK,FLR FUEL 2″ 07.50 MN LG W/22DEG ANG W/.63 VNT TB (Jayco Part #0338012) Parts Kit #: 22V-769B Part Kit Contents: (2) NECK,FLR FUEL 2″ 07.50 MN LG W/22DEG ANG W/.63 VNT TB (Jayco Part #0338012) Misc. Tools & Supplies: Screwgun, #2 square drive bit, 5/16” hex head bit or socket Parts Return Information: N/A 1. Locate fuel cap on ODS rear of coach (Figure 1 & 2). There will be one on Seismic FW and two on Seismic Luxury FW. Bulletin Type: Recall Bulletin #(s): 22V-769 USA 2022-581 Canada Job Code(s): 9901581 Flat Rate(s): 9901581A .10 Inspection only Fuel Cap(s) 9901581B .40 Inspect and replace one fuel neck 9901581C .80 Inspect and replace two fuel necks Publication Date: October 2022 Make(s): Jayco Model(s): Seismic FW, Seismic Luxury FW Model Year(s): 2023 FILLER FUEL NECK INSPECTION Fig. 1 Fig. 2 22V-769_Recall Fuel Neck October 2022 Page 2 of 3 2. Check to make sure fuel cap seats properly to the fuel neck. If bad (Figure 3), the fuel neck will need changed. (Figure 4) 3. Begin by removing the two fuel neck screws using a #2 square drive. (Figure 5 & 6) FILLER FUEL NECK REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 3 Fig. 3 BAD BAD Fig. 4 Fig. 4 Good Good Fig. 5 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 6 22V-769_Recall Fuel Neck October 2022 Page 3 of 3 4. Loosen the hose clamps on the back side of the fuel neck using a 5/16” socket or nut driver. (Figure 7) 5. Remove hoses from existing fuel neck and replace with new one. Test fit the cap on the new fuel neck to make sure it seats properly before installing it. (Figure 8) 6. Refasten the hose clamps on new fuel neck. (Figure 9) 7. Align fuel neck so that existing pre-drilled holes can be used. (Figure 10) Fill hole should be at the bottom. 8. Reattach fuel cap with second screw and twist on cap until it clicks. (Figure 11) Jayco’s sole obligation under our limited warranty is to repair or replace defective materials and/or workmanship deemed our responsibility as determined by Jayco in our sole discretion. Jayco reserves the right to use new and/or remanufactured parts or materials of similar quality to complete any work, and to make parts and/or design changes as appropriate without notice to anyone. Jayco designs and/or materials changes are done without obligation to incorporate such changes in previously manufactured product. Jayco makes every reasonable effort to ensure field remedies will not adversely affect performance and/or safety of the unit. This field remedy is not intended to extend to future performance of this RV, or any of its materials, components or parts beyond the standard warranty period. The RV owner’s obligation to notify Jayco, or one of its independent, authorized dealers, of a claimed defect does not modify any obligation placed on the RV owner to contact Jayco directly when attempting to pursue remedies under state or federal law. . 903 South Main Street • P.O. Box 460 • Middlebury, IN 46540 Fig. 7 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 11
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This Notice Applies to Your Recreational Vehicle «unit_serial_» Name Address City, St. Zip Dear Valued Customer: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Jayco Inc. has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain model year 2023 Seismic and Seismic Luxury fifth wheel travel trailers. Fuel cap does not fit properly on the filler fuel neck for the cargo fuel tank. An improperly fitted fuel cap may leak fuel or vapors, increasing the risk of a fire. Dealers will inspect and replace filler fuel neck as necessary. The remedy will be free of charge and will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. Please contact a Jayco Inc. dealer or Jayco Inc. certified repair facility and schedule an appointment for this remedy. Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If you had this repair completed prior to receipt of this recall notice, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy of the problem associated with this recall. Submit an email to service@jayco.com including your name, address, VIN, recall number, and a clear, legible receipt showing the identification of the product that was recalled. If your dealer does not remedy this condition at no charge, please contact our Customer Service Department at 800-283-8267. If you are unable to get this safety defect remedied without charge and/or within a reasonable amount of time after contacting your dealer and Jayco customer service, you may want to contact NHTSA. To submit a written complaint contact the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153): or go to http://www.safercar.gov. We certainly regret this inconvenience; however, your safety is our most important priority. Sincerely, Compliance Management Jayco Inc. Towable Products Safety Recall: NHTSA # 22V-769 October 2022 Reason for this recall What we need you to do Recall Remedy
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Name Address City, St. Zip Dear Valued Dealer: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Jayco Inc. has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain model year 2023 Seismic and Seismic Luxury fifth wheel travel trailers. Fuel cap does not fit properly on the filler fuel neck for the cargo fuel tank. An improperly fitted fuel cap may leak fuel or vapors, increasing the risk of a fire. The remedy consists of an inspection and replacement of the filler fuel neck as necessary. The remedy will take approximately 30 minutes to complete and must be performed free of charge to the retail owner. Our records show the following unit is affected by this recall, and is part of the current inventory at your Dealership. VIN Federal law requires the Recall Remedy be completed on this unit prior to customer delivery. Please confirm the unit serial number requires the Recall Remedy using Unit Management in Jayco Partners. The instructions for the Recall Remedy are available under the Case Recall number in attachments. If you sold this unit recently, please contact the owner immediately to inform them of this recall. In addition, please register this unit through Jayco Partners. Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If you have any questions, please contact Jayco Customer Service at 800-283-8267 for assistance. We certainly regret this inconvenience; however, our Customers’ safety is our most important priority. Sincerely, Compliance Management Jayco Inc. Towable Division Safety Recall: NHTSA # 22V-769 October 2022 Reason for Recall r this recall What we need you to do Recall Remedy r this recall
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-769 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Jayco, Inc. Submission Date : OCT 13, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-769 Manufacturer Recall No. : 9901581 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Jayco, Inc. Address : 903 South Main Street PO Box 460 Middlebury IN 46540 Company phone : 800-283-8267 Population : Number of potentially involved : 42 Estimated percentage with defect : 20 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2023-2023 Jayco Towable Seismic, Seismic Luxury Vehicle Type : TRAILERS Body Style : OTHER Power Train : NR Descriptive Information : Jayco Inc. determined the scope from its production records. Production Dates : AUG 25, 2022 – SEP 15, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1UJCGSBVXP18G0050 End : 1UJCGSCV4P19N0071 ✔ Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Fuel Cap does not seat properly to the filler fuel neck for the cargo fuel tank. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : If the fuel cap leaks, or fails to provide a proper seal it can cause fuel vapors to escape from the fuel tank. In the presence of an ignition source, fuel vapors may ignite increasing the risk of a fire or personal injury. Description of the Cause : Zinc plate build up in the filler fuel neck would not allow the fuel cap to tighten down properly. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : The fuel cap will not tighten down and seat to the filler fuel neck properly. Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-769 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : Filler Fuel Neck Component Description : NECK, FILLER FUEL 2″ 7.50 MAIN LENGTH WITH 22 DEGREE ANGLE WITH .63 VENT TUBING. Component Part Number : Jayco Part # 0338012 – Supplier part # ST59-2 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Standard Technologies Address : 2641 W. Hayes Ave. Fremont Ohio 43420 Country : United States Chronology : September 22, 2022 an internal communication was received from Jayco production facility informing Jayco Compliance that they discovered that the fuel caps on the filler fuel necks to the cargo fuel tanks are not seating properly. All affected units in production were repaired. October 3, 2022 the Warranty Incident Review Committee (WIRC) discussed this incident and elevated to the Corrective and Preventive Action Committee (CPAC). October 5, 2022 CPAC met to discuss this incident and elevated this incident to the Safety Steering Committee (SSC). On October 10, 2022, SSC met and voted that a safety recall was appropriate for this incident. Jayco Inc. has not received any warranty claims for this issue. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Jayco dealers will inspect filler fuel neck and if necessary replace filler fuel neck for the cargo fuel tank. Repairs made prior to the recall will be reimbursed in accordance with our Recall Reimbursement Plan on file with NHTSA. Jayco will notify affected retail owners and dealers. Jayco Inc. will file completion reports. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The fuel cap will tighten down and seat to the filler fuel neck properly. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-769 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : September 2022 production inspected and replaced all filler fuel necks on affected units onsite. Production removed defective fuel necks from stock and replaced stock with new fuel necks for future builds. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Jayco Inc. will notify its dealers and affected retail owners. Planned Dealer Notification Date : NOV 14, 2022 – NOV 14, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : NOV 14, 2022 – NOV 14, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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