Jayco/water contamination
Defect Summary
On certain motor homes, there is no option to sanitize the fresh water tanks and to prevent back-flow from the water pump.
Safety Consequence
Contamination of the water hose could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add a hose assembly with a valve to route the sanitation solution to the fresh tank. also a back flow preventor will be added to the fresh water intake to prevent the water from the fresh tank from contacting the fresh hose. owner notification began september 17, 2003. owners should contact jayco at 1-574-825-0608.
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FAQ: Recall 03V256000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V256000?
NHTSA recall 03V256000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on July 21, 2003. It addresses: Jayco/water contamination. The recall affects approximately 233 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V256000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9901048. 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.