Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V363000 Reported July 20, 2004

Jayco/water heater

Q: What is recall 04V363000?

NHTSA recall 04V363000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on July 20, 2004. It addresses: Jayco/water heater. The recall affects approximately 1,437 vehicles , with the defect involving the Equipment component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Jayco, Inc. · Equipment · 1,437 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

04V363000

Manufacturer Campaign

9901053

Manufacturer

Jayco, Inc.

Component

Equipment

Vehicles Affected

1,437

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

July 20, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain travel trailers equipped with optional 6 gallon dsi gas/electric water heaters with remotely operated 110-volt water heater on/off switching, excessive heat can be generated at the wire connections to the water heater while the heater is being operated on 110 volts.

Safety Consequence

This has resulted in heat and smoke damage to the water heater insulation, plumbing, wiring and water heater compartment.

Corrective Action

Dealers will conduct a detailed inspection of the water heater wiring, remote relay and remove any excessive insulation at the connection between the supply line and the internal water heater wiring in the water junction box. the recall began on august 12, 2004. owners should contact jayco at 1-219-825-5861.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 04V363000 or campaign 9901053.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 04V363000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V363000?

NHTSA recall 04V363000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on July 20, 2004. It addresses: Jayco/water heater. The recall affects approximately 1,437 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 04V363000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9901053. 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.