NHTSA Recall 02V279001: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
JAYCO, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,830 vehicles. It affects 11 models including the Jayco Designer FW.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V279001 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | October 22, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain travel trailers, motor homes, and fifth wheel campers equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units, model numbers n841, n821, n641, and n621. These refrigerators can experience a cooling system leak caused by operation in the AC electric mode. If a leak occurs, the cooling performance of the refrigerator will deteriorate, requiring immediate replacement of the cooling unit.
Safety risk
Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit in the AC electric mode can result in a fire.
Remedy
Norcold will inspect and replace the refrigerator cooling units. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or jayco at 1-574-825-0608.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V279001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jayco Designer FW | 1999, 2000 |
| Jayco Designer MH | 1999, 2000 |
| Jayco Designer TT | 1999, 2000 |
| Jayco Eagle FW | 1999, 2000 |
| Jayco Eagle MH | 1999, 2000 |
| Jayco Eagle Resort | 1999, 2000 |
| Jayco Eagle TT | 1999, 2000 |
| Jayco Hawk TT | 1999 |
| Jayco Kiwi TT | 2000 |
| Jayco Quest FW | 2000 |
| Jayco Quest TT | 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.