NHTSA Recall 06V089000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
JAYCO, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3 vehicles. It affects 2003 Jayco Avatar.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V089000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | March 30, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the straps that support the converter mufflers to the chassis, these welds are causing the straps to fail.
Safety risk
When the straps fail, the muffler can drop to the ground.
Remedy
Caterpillar is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Caterpillar will have the converter muffler straps replaced free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 309-675-6496 or jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
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 06V089000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jayco Avatar | 2003 |
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.