Reason for Recall :
Certain Jaco Highland Ridge and Starcraft RVs recalled. Models equipped with a Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator installed are recalled because the regulator may supply elevated, intermittent or low propane pressure to the appliances.
Description of the Safety Risk :
An increase in propane pressure could cause the appliance’s flame to become larger, and under certain rare circumstances, may ignite adjacent materials resulting in a fire. An excessive flame can affect appliances that can be affected are the stovetop, oven, water heater, furnace, and refrigerator. Increased propane pressure would also cause the regulator to vent propane continuously through the pressure relief valve. In an enclosed area or under certain conditions, the vented propane could accumulate at the front of the recreational vehicle and, if ignited, could result in a fire or explosion.
Description of the Cause :
Certain Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators contain a second-stage valve seat that cannot regulate propane flow and pressure in two different ways. First, the second stage valve seat in the regulator has an inadequate mechanical lock, resulting in seal migration. Once out of position, the valve seal will not properly regulate propane flow and pressure to the recreational vehicle appliances. Second, the rubber hoses (pigtails) that connect the onboard propane cylinders to the regulator release a plasticizer, a liquid that collects in the body of the regulator. When in contact with the plasticizer, the physical properties of the second-stage valve seal can change, making it easier to degrade during use and easier to migrate out of position. Irregular performance from the recreational vehicle appliances may indicate that the propane regulator is experiencing the safety defect. The smell of propane may be present at the regulator, which would indicate the regulator is venting due to high pressure.
*** IMPORTANT ***
Jaco Highland Ridge and Starcraft RVs each have a unique recall campaign number.
BE SURE YOU USE THE NUMBER SPECIFIC TO YOUR RV BRAND/MODEL
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V685000
Manufacturer Jayco, Inc.
Potential Number of Units Affected 29,825
Summary
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jayco Eagle, Talon, 2020 Eagle HT, 2021 Jay Feather, Jay Flight Bungalow, Jay Flight Octane, North Point, Octane Super Lite, Pinnacle, White Hawk, 2021-2022 Jay Flights SLX, Jay Flight, and 2017-2021 Seismic recreational vehicles equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 1, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| JAYCO | EAGLE | 2018-2021 |
| JAYCO | EAGLE HT | 2020 |
| JAYCO | JAY FEATHER | 2021 |
| JAYCO | JAY FLIGHT | 2021-2022 |
| JAYCO | JAY FLIGHT BUNGALOW | 2021 |
| JAYCO | JAY FLIGHT OCTANE | 2021 |
| JAYCO | JAY FLIGHT SLX | 2021-2022 |
| JAYCO | NORTHPOINT | 2021 |
| JAYCO | OCTANE SUPER LITE | 2021 |
| JAYCO | PINNACLE | 2021 |
| JAYCO | SEISMIC | 2017-2021 |
| JAYCO | TALON | 2018-2021 |
| JAYCO | WHITE HAWK | 2021 |
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V686000
Manufacturer Highland Ridge RV
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,157
Summary
Highland Ridge RV (Highland Ridge) is recalling certain 2021 Mesa Ridge Limited, Mesa Ridge Lite, Open Range Light, Open Range Ultra Lite, Silverstar Limited, Silverstar Lite, 2021-2022 Olympia, and Open Range recreational vehicles, equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 1, 2021. Owners may contact Highland Ridge customer service at 1-260-768-7771.
| Make | Model | Model Years |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | MESA RIDGE | 2021 |
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | MESA RIDGE LITE | 2021 |
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | OLYMPIA | 2021-2022 |
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | OPEN RANGE | 2021-2022 |
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | OPEN RANGE LIGHT | 2021 |
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | OPEN RANGE ULTRA LITE | 2021 |
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | SILVERSTAR LIMITED | 2021 |
| HIGHLAND RIDGE | SILVERSTAR LITE | 2021 |
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V687000
Manufacturer Starcraft RV
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,512
Summary
Starcraft RV (Starcraft) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Starcraft Autumn Ridge Outfitter, 2021 Super Lite, and Telluride recreational vehicles, equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 1, 2021. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
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