NHTSA Recall 05V383000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
JAYCO, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 66 vehicles. It affects 2006 Jayco Talon.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V383000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 6, 2005 |
| Owner notification | September 30, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain fifth wheel trailers have a pin box that is rated below the gross vehicle weight rating requirements.
Safety risk
This could result in a hitch failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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 covered by recall 05V383000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jayco Talon | 2006 |
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.