NHTSA vehicle safety data
2005 Jayco Jay Feather Recalls & Complaints
The 2005 Jayco Jay Feather has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Jayco dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2005 Jayco Jay Feather. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2005 Jayco Jay Feather owner complaints
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Jayco Jay Feather, describing incidents dated February 13, 2005 to August 23, 2010.
Most-cited components
- Engine 1 complaint
- Equipment 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
- Structure 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10353052 · Filed
FORMALDEHYDE LEVEL EXCEEDS THE MRL OF 0.04PPM; FORMALDEHYDE LEVEL WITHIN TRAILERS INTERIOR REGISTERS 0.12. *TR
ODI #10168501 · Filed
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…
ODI #10115474 · Filed
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
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.
HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE P-CLAMP
NHTSA #06V022000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA notice
Reported January 27, 2006 · JAYCO, INC.
Potentially affected: 254 vehicles
Owners notified February 14, 2006
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
SPARE TIRE CARRIER
NHTSA #05V499000 · Tires — Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire · NHTSA notice
Reported November 2, 2005 · JAYCO, INC.
Potentially affected: 65 vehicles
Jayco campaign 9901063 · Owners notified November 28, 2005 · Vehicles built November 11, 2004 – June 28, 2005 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS, THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER BOLT MAY BREAK WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD.
Safety consequence
THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
JAYCO RECALL NO. 9901063.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://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).
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