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NHTSA Recall 18V449000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)

Jayco, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 202 vehicles. It affects 2019 Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk.

202
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (July 30)
NHTSA campaign18V449000
Manufacturer campaign9901404
ComponentEQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Report receivedJuly 5, 2018
Owner notificationJuly 30, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019 Jayco White Hawk recreational trailers. The screws that secure the ladder steps to the ladder rail may break, which can cause occupants to fall.

Safety risk

If the ladder steps do not remain properly secured when stepped on, the user may fall, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the #8 screws with heavier #10 screws, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901404.

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 18V449000

Make and modelModel years
Jayco Travel Trailer White Hawk2019

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.