Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer

NHTSA recall 18V445000 · announced July 5, 2018 · filed by Jayco, Inc. · 124 units affected

The problem

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019 Jayco Alante and Precept motorhomes. When traveling at highway speeds, the windshield wiper arms may lift away from the windshield when the wiper speed setting is on high, decreasing the wiper's ability to clear the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

The risk

The driver's reduced visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wiper system, 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 9903403.

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 this recall

• 2019 Jayco Alante
• 2019 Jayco Precept

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.