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2007 Jayco Jay Flight

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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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 Jun 26, 2014
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 2007 Jayco Jay Flight, most frequently naming the body & structure, other / unspecified and tires & wheels categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 1 manufacturer communication is 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 & structure133.3%
  • Other / unspecified133.3%
  • Tires & wheels133.3%

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

2 campaigns cover this model year

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
07V118000

STRUCTURE

Mar 20, 2007
561 units potentially affected
The defect: ON CERTAIN TRAVEL AND FIFTH WHEEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH HICKORY SPRINGS 'BIG EASY TRIPLE STEPS,' AN IMPROPER ENGAGEMENT OF THE BOTTOM STEP PIVOT ARM WITH THE FORMED STOP EDGE OF THE MIDDLE STEP SUPPORT BRACKET CAN RESULT IN THE BOTTOM STEP ROTATING TO AN UNSAFE DOWNWARD ANGLE.
The risk: A PERSON COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE STEP GIVE WAY WHILE BEING USED TO ENTER OR EXIT THE TRAILER.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRAILERS FOR THE MANUFACTURING DATE STICKER TO VERIFY THE DATE OF PRODUCTION OF THE STEP AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL WELD STOCK TO EACH SIDE OF THE LOWER (TRIPLE) STEP STOP EDGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
JAYCO, INC.View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

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

Body & structure
Filed Jun 26, 2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 JAYCO JAY FLIGHT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V118000 (STRUCTURE). THE CONTACT SUBMITTED THE REQUEST FOR THE REMEDY KIT SPECIFIED ON THE RECALL NOTIFICATION. HOWEVER, THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN UNRESPONSIVE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE LOCK HAD ALREADY MALFUNCTIONED FAILING TO LOCK FROM THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE TRAILER. THE CONTACT STILL HAD NOT RECEIVED THE NEW REPLACEMENT LOCK.

NHTSA ID
10606147
Incident
Mar 26, 2014
Tires & wheels
Filed Oct 25, 2007

WE NOTICED THESE TIRES WERE FAILING JUST BEFORE THEY ACTUALLY BLEW APART. THE FIRST ONE I NOTICED IN WACO TX, JUST AFTER PARKING IN AN RV PARK. A PIECE OF RUBBER THE SIZE OF YOUR HAND WAS MISSING ? BUT THE TIRE WAS STILL HOLDING AIR. I REPLACED THAT TIRE WITH THE SPARE AND TOOK THE TIRE TO A GOODYEAR DEALER (WINGFOOT) IN WACO WHO REPLACED IT AT NO CHARGE EXCEPT FOR MOUNTING AND BALANCING. LATER I WENT TO THE DEALER IN SELMA, TX WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAMPER (IN JAN 2007) FOR SOME INTERIOR WARRANTY WORK. THE SERVICE WRITER GLANCED AT MY TIRES AS HE WALKED BY AND SAID: ?YOU HAVE A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THOSE TIRES, THE TREAD IS SEPARATING. YOU NEED TO GO TO A GOODYEAR DEALER AS SOON AS YOU LEAVE HERE AND GET AT LEAST 2 OF THOSE TIRES REPLACED AND CHECK THE OTHERS?. I WENT TO A GOODYEAR DEALER IN SAN ANTONIO BUT THE MANAGER WANTED NOTHING TO DO WITH THIS SITUATION ? HE INSISTED THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TIRES AFTER LOOKING AT AND FEELING THEM AND SUGGESTED I TALK TO SOMEONE AT A GOODYEAR COMPANY STORE. WE RETURNED TO OUR CAMPSITE IN FLATONIA, TX AND THE NEXT MORNING WENT TO A LOCAL TIRE DEALER (WHO DIDN'T HANDLE GOODYEAR) AND ASKED HIM TO INSPECT THE TIRES. HE JACKED UP ONE AXLE AT A TIME AND SPUN THE TIRES. ALL 3 TIRES WERE OUT OF ROUND, 2 VERY BADLY AND ONE SOMEWHAT. HE PUT THE SPARE (THE NEW GOODYEAR FROM WACO) ON THE GROUND REPLACING THE WORST TIRE AND SAID I NEEDED TO GO TO THE GOODYEAR DEALER IN LA GRANGE, TX AND GET ALL 3 REPLACED AS ALL WERE SEPARATING AND VERY DANGEROUS. THAT DEALER IN LA GRANGE AGREED THEY WERE SEPARATING AND REPLACED ALL 3 ON A PRORATED BASIS. ONE OF THE ORIGINAL TIRES (MOUNTED AS A SPARE WHEN WE BOUGHT THE CAMPER) IS NOW ON THE GROUND; I?LL WATCH IT VERY CLOSELY FOR SIGNS OF SEPARATION. ALL 5 TIRES THAT CAME WITH THE UNIT WERE 225/75 R15 LOAD RANGE D WITH DOT CODES: OHHH MLHR 3206 OR 3306. *JB

NHTSA ID
10206865
Incident
Oct 9, 2007
Other / unspecified
Filed Aug 23, 2007

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 JAY-CO FLIGHT MODEL 26JTX. THE TRAILER WAS PURCHASED ON MARCH 7, 2007. THERE ARE FUMES PRESENT IN THE TRAILER, THAT SMELL LIKE A MIXTURE OF GLUE, AMMONIA, AND FORMALDEHYDE. THE ODOR CAUSED SEVERE CHEST, EYE BURNING, NAUSEA, AND DIFFICULTY BREATHING. SHE ALSO STATED THAT SHE HAD TO DISCARD ALL OF THE FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR DUE TO THE FUMES IN THE TRAILER. THESE FUMES HAVE ALSO CAUSED THE CONTACT TO DEVELOP A SEVERE PANIC ATTACK DISORDER. THE DEALER STATED THAT EVERYTHING IS OKAY AND THAT THIS IS NORMAL FOR A BRAND NEW TRAILER. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WILL REPLACE AND REPAIR ANY DEFECTS THAT ARE PRESENT. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WERE 15. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN SINCE IT WAS PURCHASED. THE ADDITIONAL VEHICLE INFORMATION IS NOT RELATED TO THIS TRAILER.

NHTSA ID
10200608
Incident
Mar 7, 2007
Mileage
15 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.

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 Flight by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2017001—
2014030—
2013030—
2012330—
2011130—
2010010—
2009010—
2008110—
2007Viewing320—
2006020—
2005010—
2004210—
2003320—
2002020—

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.