NHTSA Recall 18V297000: Motor (visibility)
Jayco, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 998 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Jayco Alante.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V297000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 9903378 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | May 4, 2018 |
| Owner notification | June 29, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018 Jayco Alante and 2018-2019 Jayco Precept vehicles. The windshield wiper system motor on these vehicles may fail when being operated in heavy snow or ice situations, thereby reducing driver visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Safety risk
Failure of the windshield wiper system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper module with a new relay pack, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903378.
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 18V297000
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.