Vehicle recall 12V451000 · September 14, 2012
Jayco Melbourne Class C, Greyhawk Class C and 1 more model
These trailers may have an improper electrical connection at the buss bar on the affected transfer switches.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Jayco, Inc., (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 and 2011 Greyhawk Class C motorhomes, model year 2008-2011 Melbourne Class C motorhomes, and 2008-2010 Octane Sport Utility travel trailers manufactured from May 21, 2007, through September 10, 2010, equipped with Iota-brand transfer switches. These trailers may have an improper electrical connection at the buss bar on the affected transfer switches. This improper connection may lead to overheating and melting of the transfer switch.
- Consequence
- Overheating and melting of the transfer switch increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2012. Owners may contact Jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V451000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 14, 2012
- Filed by
- JAYCO, INC.
- Owner notification
- October 10, 2012
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,596
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Jayco Greyhawk Class C (2008-2009, 2011): 2011, 2009, 2008
- Jayco Melbourne Class C (2008-2011): 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008
- Jayco Octane Sport Utility (2008-2010): 2010, 2009, 2008
Has your Jayco been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Jayco dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.