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2005 Jayco Jay Feather

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Aug 31, 2010
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Nov 21, 2017
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 3 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2005 Jayco Jay Feather, most frequently naming the body & structure, engine and other / unspecified categories. 5 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 4 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Body & structure120.0%
  • Engine120.0%
  • Other / unspecified120.0%
  • Powertrain (other)120.0%
  • Steering120.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

5 campaigns cover this model year

View all 5

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
17V746000

EQUIPMENT

Nov 21, 2017
49,563 units potentially affected
The defect: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling various 2002-2016 recreational vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V746-9524.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy: Jayco will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Jayco, Inc.View on NHTSA.gov
06V022000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Jan 27, 2006
254 units potentially affected
The defect: ON CERTAIN CAMPING TRAILERS, THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE P-CLAMP WAS INCORRECTLY INSTALLED. THIS MAY CAUSE THE METAL BRAKE LINE ELBOW BETWEEN THE BRAKE HOSE AND THE BACKING PLATE TO BREAK WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD LEADING TO THE LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITIES.
The risk: THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE BRAKE HOSE P-CLAMP AND REPLACE THE METAL BRAKE LINE ELBOWS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 14, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
JAYCO, INC.View on NHTSA.gov
05V499000

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Nov 2, 2005
65 units potentially affected
The defect: ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS, THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER BOLT MAY BREAK WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD.
The risk: THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
JAYCO, INC.Manufacturer number 9901063View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Body & structure
Filed Aug 31, 2010

FORMALDEHYDE LEVEL EXCEEDS THE MRL OF 0.04PPM; FORMALDEHYDE LEVEL WITHIN TRAILERS INTERIOR REGISTERS 0.12. *TR

NHTSA ID
10353052
Incident
Aug 23, 2010
Other / unspecified
Filed Sep 18, 2006

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER USING THE SHOWER IN THE TRAVEL TRAILER, THE WATER IN THE TUB WAS NOT DRAINING PROPERLY. UPON INSPECTION OF THE BLACK WATER WASTE TANK BEHIND THE COMMODE WITH THE LEVER OPEN, THE WASTE PRESSURE WAS BUILT UP AND THE CONTENTS OF THE TANK SPLASHED THE CONTACT'S FACE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE MOTOR HOME WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO DETERMINED THIS WAS THE DESIGN OF THE WASTE TANK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALERTED.

NHTSA ID
10168501
Incident
Sep 7, 2006
EnginePowertrain (other)Steering
Filed Mar 21, 2005

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE EXHAUST PIPE FELL OFF AND WENT UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT THE DRIVESHAFT LOCKED, CAUSING THE STEERING TO BECOME DIFFICULT.*AK

NHTSA ID
10115474
Incident
Feb 13, 2005
Mileage
1,800 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

INC 22-067

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

JAYCO AND ENTEGRA COACH STORAGE TIPS. INSTRUCTIONS FOR STORING JAYCO AND ENTEGRA COACH DIESEL PUSHERS.

05183

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:FURNACE

THE COLD AIR RETURN VENT FOR THE FURNACE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON THE BED FRAME, WHICH MAY RESULT IN THE FURNACE WORKING INEFFICIENTLY; COLD AIR RETURN VENT INSTALLATION TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN. *TT

05182

INTERIOR LIGHTING

APPLY CORRECT SEALANT TO SKYLIGHT. *TT

05181

EQUIPMENT

2005 JAY FEATHER EXP BED CABLES. *TT

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Jayco Jay Feather by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2017001—
2014010—
2013010—
2012010—
2011130—
2010010—
2009010—
2008010—
2007320—
2006310—
2005Viewing350—
2004140—
2003010—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.