Item Affected: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Date Announced: 07/31/2014
Description of Recall: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Seneca motorhomes, manufactured May 7, 2012, through February 12, 2014, and equipped with an entrance door that includes a TriMark Keyless Entry System. Water infiltration into the back of the TriMark Keypad at the entrance door may cause corrosion on the electrical components of the keypad.
Conequence: Corrosion due to water infiltration could result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Action Need To Fix It: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will add a 5amp fuse to protect against a short circuit, and replace the keypad free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
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.