Vehicle recall 19V705000 · October 3, 2019
2014-2018 Jayco Precept
The hydraulic lines may have been incorrectly routed too close to the exhaust without a heat shield.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Precept motorhomes built on Ford F53 chassis. The hydraulic lines may have been incorrectly routed too close to the exhaust without a heat shield.
- Consequence
- Incorrect routing of the hydraulic line can cause the line to melt from the exhaust heat, resulting in a loss of braking, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
- Remedy
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the hydraulic line routing as necessary and install a heat shield, 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 9903440.
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V705000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 3, 2019
- Filed by
- Jayco, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 9903440
- Owner notification
- November 14, 2019
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,660
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
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