2001 Jayco Designer recalls and problems
The 2001 Jayco Designer has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Jayco dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 Jayco Designer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 Jayco Designer recalls
Recall 08V-243: Equipment
Problem: Jayco is recalling 74 my 1999-2001 designer fifth wheel motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerators. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak.
Risk: Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Fix: Jayco is working with norcold to repair these refrigerators. Norcold will provide thermal switch kits to owners along with the necessary forms and instructions. The recall began on june 23, 2008. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or jayco at 1-574-825-5861.
Recall 06V-320: Vehicle Speed Control
Problem: On certain motor homes built on ford chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Risk: Overheating could result in smoke or burning, and in an underhood fire.
Fix: Ford is conducting this recall (Please see 06v286) and will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332 or jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Recall 01V-128: Seat Belts
Problem: Vehicle description: certain motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies produced by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Fix: Dealers will repair the seat belts. Owner notification began october 23, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jayco at 1-219-825-5861 or AM-safe at 1-219-266-8330.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Jayco Designer have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Jayco Designer: 08V-243 (equipment), 06V-320 (vehicle speed control), 01V-128 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Jayco recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jayco dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.