NHTSA Recall 18V286000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
Jayco, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 610 vehicles. It affects 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V286000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 9901377 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 3, 2018 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018 Jayco Eagle HT fifth wheel trailers equipped with certain 16K rotational rubber pin boxes. The spindle placement in the pin box may be incorrect, causing the bearing to be loose.
Safety risk
If the bearings become loose, the spindle may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will add a spacer to correct the spacing error, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901377.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V286000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle | 2018 |
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.