Safety Recall NHTSA · 97V113000 Reported July 9, 1997

Jayco/step

Jayco, Inc. · N/A · 485 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
97V113000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
485
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 9, 1997

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: fifth wheel and travel trailers. rivets used to secure the step risers on these vehicles are the wrong size. the rivets are too short in length and under stress can allow the step treads to become unattached from the mounting bracket.

Safety Consequence

If the step riser falls from the mounting bracket while a person is stepping on it, personal injury could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the step riser assembly.

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 97V113000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 97V113000

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

What is recall 97V113000?

NHTSA recall 97V113000 was issued by Jayco, Inc. on July 9, 1997. It addresses: Jayco/step. The recall affects approximately 485 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 97V113000 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.