What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2008232
- Recall date
- 2 July 2008
- Make
- Jayco
- Models
- Designer Fifth Wheel Trailer, Recon Fifth Wheel Trailer, Jay Feather Exp Travel Trailer, Eagle Fifth Wheel Trailer
- Model years
- 2009
- Vehicle class
- RV Trailer
- System
- Electrical
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 31
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
On certain fifth wheel trailers, the isolating rubber boot, located atop electrical connectors within the towing harness, may not have been installed correctly during vehicle assembly. As such, depending which connector becomes exposed and shorts to ground, 1). An electrical short could occur, which could result in a vehicle fire, 2). Loss of driving lights may result in the driver's intentions to turn or brake not being conveyed clearly to other road users, as well as making the vehicle less conspicuous during hours of reduced visibility, 3). Loss of trailer braking function, which could extend stopping distances. All these conditions could result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect the rubber caps, and correct as needed.
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 2008232.