NHTSA vehicle safety data
2004 Jayco Jay Feather Recalls & Complaints
The 2004 Jayco Jay Feather has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Jayco dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2004 Jayco Jay Feather. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2004 Jayco Jay Feather owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2004 Jayco Jay Feather, describing incidents dated July 8, 2005.
Most-cited components
- Structure 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10137263 · Filed
AFTER TWO YEARS OF LIMITED SERVICE, THE FRAME ON MY TRAVEL TRAILER BENT SEVERELY MAKING THE UNIT UNUSABLE. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF WHY THE FRAME FAILED OR ANY PRELIMINARY INDICATION UNTIL IT HAPPENED. THE MANUFACTURE CLAIMS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ENGINEERING DEFECTS. THERE HAVE BEEN DOCUMENTED…
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
NHTSA #17V746000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported November 21, 2017 · Jayco, Inc.
Potentially affected: 49,563 vehicles
Repair completion: 10.23% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified January 15, 2018
Defect description
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
Safety consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
JAYCO/AXLE BRAKE WIRES
NHTSA #04V552000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA notice
Reported November 18, 2004 · JAYCO, INC.
Potentially affected: 317 vehicles
Jayco campaign 9901055 · Owners notified December 1, 2004 · Vehicles built March 19, 2004 – September 30, 2004 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR THE BRAKE WIRES TO BE IMPROPERLY SECURED ALONG THE TRAILER FRAME. THIS COULD LEAD TO THE BRAKE WIRES COMING IN CONTACT WITH THE AXLE MOUNTING PLATE AND CHAFING THROUGH THE PROTECTIVE INSULATION.
Safety consequence
THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKING, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE AND RE-ROUTE THE AXLE BRAKE WIRE TO CLEAR THE AXLE MOUNTING PLATE. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAYCO AT 574-825-0608.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
JAYCO/INCORRECT TIRE LABEL
NHTSA #04V553000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported November 17, 2004 · JAYCO, INC.
Potentially affected: 698 vehicles
Jayco campaign 9901056 · Owners notified December 1, 2004 · Vehicles built March 19, 2004 – October 11, 2004 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS, THE FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL HAS THE INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION LISTED.
Safety consequence
FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION RECOMMENDATION CAN RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE INCORRECT FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL AND INSTALL A NEW CORRECTED FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAYCO AT 574-825-0608.
Notes
JAYCO RECALL NO. 9901056 - CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
JAYCO/WATER HEATER
NHTSA #04V363000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice
Reported July 20, 2004 · JAYCO, INC.
Potentially affected: 1,437 vehicles
Jayco campaign 9901053 · Owners notified August 12, 2004 · Vehicles built December 17, 2002 – March 31, 2004 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL 6 GALLON DSI GAS/ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS WITH REMOTELY OPERATED 110-VOLT WATER HEATER ON/OFF SWITCHING, EXCESSIVE HEAT CAN BE GENERATED AT THE WIRE CONNECTIONS TO THE WATER HEATER WHILE THE HEATER IS BEING OPERATED ON 110 VOLTS.
Safety consequence
THIS HAS RESULTED IN HEAT AND SMOKE DAMAGE TO THE WATER HEATER INSULATION, PLUMBING, WIRING AND WATER HEATER COMPARTMENT.
Manufacturer remedy
DEALERS WILL CONDUCT A DETAILED INSPECTION OF THE WATER HEATER WIRING, REMOTE RELAY AND REMOVE ANY EXCESSIVE INSULATION AT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE SUPPLY LINE AND THE INTERNAL WATER HEATER WIRING IN THE WATER JUNCTION BOX. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-219-825-5861.
Notes
JAYCO RECALL NO. 9901053.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
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