Sway system may cause loss of trailer brakes
Defect Summary
Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 jay feather, jay flight, jay flight slx, eagle, white hawk, and octane travel trailers manufactured january 5, 2016, to july 18, 2016, equipped with a sway command anti-sway system. when connected to certain tow vehicles that have an integrated brake controller, and after the anti-sway system has applied the trailer brakes in response to a sway event, the trailer brakes may no longer function to slow or stop the trailer.
Safety Consequence
A loss of trailer brakes may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will remove the sway command system from the affected travel trailers, free of charge. the recall began on august 3, 2016. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. jayco's number for this recall is 9901308.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Jayco, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 16V560000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V560000?
NHTSA recall 16V560000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on July 27, 2016. It addresses: Sway system may cause loss of trailer brakes. The recall affects approximately 3,085 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V560000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9901308. 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.