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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published May 7, 2018

JAYCO ALANTE (2019) recall — Visibility

Jayco is recalling 2019 Alante motorhomes with a wiper system that may lift at high speeds, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Owners must contact Jayco for free replacement.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #18V445000VehicleJayco ›
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What happened, in plain English

Jayco is recalling certain 2019 Alante motorhomes because the windshield wiper arms can lift away from the windshield when set to high speed, reducing visibility. This hazard could increase the risk of a crash during normal driving conditions. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224053-jayco-2019-alante-motorhome-wiper-system-recall-due-to-reduced.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224053-jayco-2019-alante-motorhome-wiper-system-recall-due-to-reduced · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V445000

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“Jayco 2019 Alante Motorhome: Wiper System Recall Due to Reduced Visibility Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224053-jayco-2019-alante-motorhome-wiper-system-recall-due-to-reduced. Based on NHTSA recall #18V445000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V445000).

Why it’s dangerous

When traveling at highway speeds, the windshield wiper arms may lift away from the windshield when the wiper speed is set to high. This reduces the wiper's ability to clear the windshield, decreasing visibility for the driver.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2019 Jayco Alante motorhomes are affected. Drivers using these vehicles at highway speeds with the wiper set to high are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your 2019 Jayco Alante motorhome has the wiper system that lifts at high speeds. The recall began on July 30, 2018, and affects vehicles sold in the U.S.

  • Brand
    Jayco
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Jayco Customer Service

    Call 1-800-517-9137 to arrange free wiper system replacement.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wiper system, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903403.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The wiper arms may lift away from the windshield at high speeds, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.

How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?

Your 2019 Jayco Alante motorhome may be affected if the wiper arms lift away from the windshield when set to high speed during highway travel.

What should I do if I own this vehicle?

Contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137 to arrange free wiper system replacement.

Take action

Contact Jayco

We’ve drafted a message you can send Jayco to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 18V445000 — Jayco Jayco

Hello,

I own a Jayco that is covered by recall 18V445000 from Jayco.

The official recall notice states: Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wiper system, free of charge.  The recall began on July 30, 2018.  Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137.  Jayco's number for this recall is 9903403.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V445000 (May 7, 2018)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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