NHTSA Recall 11V437000: Trailer hitches
JAYCO, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28 vehicles. It affects 2012 Jayco Seneca.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V437000 |
|---|---|
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | August 23, 2011 |
| Owner notification | September 6, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jayco is recalling certain model year 2011 seneca class c motorhomes, series 36fk and 37fs, manufactured from may 18, 2011, through july 13, 2011. These vehicles may have insufficiently torqued bolts attaching the rear hitch to the frame.
Safety risk
Loose hitch bolts could result in the hitch separating from the frame, creating a road hazard increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten up the hitch bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on september 6, 2011. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V437000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jayco Seneca | 2012 |
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.