2012 Jayco JAY Flight recalls and problems

The 2012 Jayco JAY Flight has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jayco dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2012 Jayco JAY Flight vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Jayco JAY Flight recalls

Recall 17V-746: Equipment

Reported Nov 21, 2017 · 49,563 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

Problem: 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

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: 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.

Recall 12V-183: Equipment

Reported Apr 27, 2012 · 66 vehicles affected · JAYCO, INC.

Problem: Jayco is recalling certain model year 2012 jay flight bungalow travel trailers, manufactured from march 19, 2012, through march 27, 2012. The load range and the cold tire inflation pressure on these trailers are incorrectly identified. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, â“tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.â”

Risk: Relying on the a misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the labels with a correct label. The recall will begin in may 2012. Owners should contact jayco at 574-825-0608.

Recall 11V-554: Equipment

Reported Nov 11, 2011 · 80 vehicles affected · JAYCO, INC.

Problem: Jayco is recalling certain model year 2012 jay flight and eagle super lite â½ ton travel trailers manufactured from october 6, 2011, through october 17, 2011. The power converters may have been built with an undersized input coil, which may cause overheating, smoking, and melting of the converter.

Risk: This could result in a fire, injury or death.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and jayco dealers will repair the travel trailers as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on february 17, 2012. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

2012 Jayco JAY Flight problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment2
Structure1
Trailer Hitches1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Tires1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1
  • Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,500 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 2012 Jayco JAY Flight complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 1,500 miles · reported Sep 14, 2016
The contact owns a 2012 jayco jay flight equipped with goodyear marathon tires, size: 225/75r/15 (Na). The contact stated that the center passenger side tire blew out. The vehicle was taken to the tire shop and four brand new tires were installed, but of a different brand. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The DOT number was unknown. The approximate tire and vehicle failure mileage was 1,500.
Latches/Locks/Linkages · reported Jul 28, 2014
The contact owns a 2012 jayco j flight travel trailer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v585000 ( Latches/locks/linkages ) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Equipment · reported Aug 12, 2013
Gross and hitch weight of travel trailer/towing safety. The consumer and his wife had difficulty towing the trailer, especially when it was windy or when a large truck was passing. The consumer took the trailer to be weighed, and it was discovered the weight on the trailer exceeded the amount that was advertised both in the brochure and on the sticker on trailer. The consumer stated that trailer was unsafe to tow behind a vehicle. Prior to purchasing the trailer, the consumer showed the salesperson the towing capacity information for their vehicle. The documentation provided to the consumer…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Jayco JAY Flight have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Jayco JAY Flight: 17V-746 (equipment), 12V-183 (equipment), 11V-554 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Jayco JAY Flight?

Owners report equipment problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,500 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.