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NHTSA Recall 19V706000: Underbody shields (structure)

Jayco, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 190 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Jayco Alante.

190
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (November 14)
NHTSA campaign19V706000
Manufacturer campaign9903442
ComponentSTRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS › UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Report receivedOctober 3, 2019
Owner notificationNovember 14, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Alante motorhomes built on Ford F53 chassis. A heat shield may have not have been installed, allowing the hydraulic lines to be exposed to excessive heat.

Safety risk

Excessive heat can melt hydraulic lines, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install aftermarket heat shields to the chassis, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903442.

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 19V706000

Make and modelModel years
Jayco Alante2016, 2017

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.