2000 Jayco Eagle recalls and problems
The 2000 Jayco Eagle has 5 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jayco dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Jayco Eagle vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Jayco Eagle recalls
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.
Recall 00V-382: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Vehicle description: folding campers. A flexible brake hose is not clamped in a position away from the tire, which can lead to chaffing of the hose causing a leak of hydraulic fluid.
Risk: This could result in a loss of trailer brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will add a clamp to the brake hose.
Recall 00V-089: Unknown or Other
Problem: Vehicle description: mini motor homes. Certain pleated shades failed the requirements of FMVSS no. 302, "flammability of interior materials."
Risk: If a fire occurred in the motor home, the pleated shades would burn at an accelerated rate, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pleated shades on these motor homes.
Recall 99V-287: Equipment
Problem: Vehicle description: fold down trailers which use gas/electric absorption refrigerators supplied by norcold. The swivel nut which is an integral connection component of a pressure tap device has "stress corrosion cracking."
Risk: This cracking can lead to an open fracture in the brass nut, potentially allowing propane gas to leak.
Fix: Dealers will remove the swivel nut/pressure tap component and replace with a remedy kit.
2000 Jayco Eagle problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 8 | |
| Tires | 5 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Seats | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Equipment › Mechanical › Slide-In Camper — 4
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 3
- Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Jayco Eagle complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Jayco Eagle years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Jayco Eagle have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Jayco Eagle: 06V-320 (vehicle speed control), 01V-128 (seat belts), 00V-382 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-089 (unknown or other), 99V-287 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Jayco Eagle?
Owners report equipment problems most often (8 reports), followed by tires (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,000 miles.
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.