NHTSA Recall 03V256000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
JAYCO, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 233 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Jayco Avatar.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V256000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 9901048 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | July 21, 2003 |
| Owner notification | September 17, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes, there is no option to sanitize the fresh water tanks and to prevent back-flow from the water pump.
Safety risk
Contamination of the water hose could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will add a hose assembly with a valve to route the sanitation solution to the fresh tank. Also a back flow preventor will be added to the fresh water intake to prevent the water from the fresh tank from contacting the fresh hose. Owner notification began september 17, 2003. Owners should contact jayco at 1-574-825-0608.
Notes
Jayco recall no. 9901048.customers can 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 03V256000
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.