Towing pigtail wires/brake lights
Defect Summary
Certain motor homes built on chevrolet c3500 (express) cutaway chassis have a towing pigtail that will not show brake lights on the towed vehicle if hooked to the towing pigtail.
Safety Consequence
This condition could result in a crash, injury or death.
Corrective Action
Dealers will rewire the towing pigtail wires to include the brake light circuit free of charge. the recall began on october 31, 2005. owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Jayco, Inc. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 05V476000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V476000?
NHTSA recall 05V476000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on October 14, 2005. It addresses: Towing pigtail wires/brake lights. The recall affects approximately 237 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 05V476000 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.