Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V516000 Reported July 9, 2019

Incorrectly wired breakaway switch

Jayco, Inc. · N/A · 103 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V516000
Manufacturer Campaign
9901438
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
103
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 9, 2019
Completion Rate
64.08

Defect Summary

Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain 2019-2020 white hawk travel trailers. the breakaway switch may have been incorrectly wired, which can cause the trailer brakes to not function in the event of a trailer separation from the tow vehicle.

Safety Consequence

If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the breakaway switch may not activate the trailer brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the breakaway switch for proper wiring , rewiring it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began july 12, 2019. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. jayco's number for this recall is 9901438.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 19V516000 or campaign 9901438.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19V516000

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

What is recall 19V516000?

NHTSA recall 19V516000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on July 9, 2019. It addresses: Incorrectly wired breakaway switch. The recall affects approximately 103 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Jayco, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V516000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9901438. 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.