Jayco/sway bar
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: mini motor homes. incorrect mounting of the hellwig helper spring in conjunction with a change in the style of spring being installed allowed the u bolt securing the helper spring to the oem spring to come into contact with the rear sway bar.
Safety Consequence
The sway bar could become nonfunctional and the unit would become more difficult to control.
Corrective Action
Dealers will eliminate the contact between the helper spring u bolt and the sway bar mounting bolt. dealers will remove, reverse the mounting, and reinstall the hellwig helper spring. owner notification began september 11, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jayco at 1-219-825-5861.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Jayco, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 01V377000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V377000?
NHTSA recall 01V377000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on December 11, 2001. It addresses: Jayco/sway bar. The recall affects approximately 697 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V377000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.