2018 Jayco Redhawk recalls and problems

The 2018 Jayco Redhawk has 3 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jayco dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2018 Jayco Redhawk vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Jayco Redhawk recalls

Recall 20V-548: Equipment

Reported Sep 9, 2020 · 3,113 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Jayco Greyhawk, 2016 and 2018-2019 Jayco Redhawk, 2017 Jayco Envoy 200 Series and 2018-2019 Entegra Odyssey, Jayco Esteem, and Jayco Greyhawk Prestige motorhomes. The mounting brackets for the leveling system hydraulic pump and reservoir may fail allowing the components to contact the ground.

Risk: Contact with the ground may cause the pump and reservoir to detach or leak hydraulic fluids, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners and dealers will install an additional support bracket, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Jayco's customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901519.

Recall 20V-405: Equipment

Reported Jul 14, 2020 · 3,629 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Greyhawk and Redhawk and 2018 Envoy 100 and 200 Series motorhomes. The mounting bracket for the leveling system hydraulic pump may fail and allow the pump or the fluid reservoir to contact the ground.

Risk: If the mounting bracket fails and allows the pump and reservoir to contact the ground and possibly detach or leak hydraulic fluids, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners and dealers will add a support bracket to reinforce the existing support bracket, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Jayco's customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903515.

Recall 18V-451: Equipment

Reported Jul 5, 2018 · 49 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jayco Alante, Precept, Seneca, Redhawk, and Melbourne motorhomes. The Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) label incorrectly overstates the cargo capacity, potentially causing the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other than Passenger Cars."

Risk: An overloaded vehicle has an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and will provided a corrected CCC label, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903405.

2018 Jayco Redhawk problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other1
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

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Recent 2018 Jayco Redhawk complaints

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

Unknown or Other · reported Nov 4, 2025
Description of the Incident: While driving our RV on the expressway, the slide-out unexpectedly extended on its own without anyone pressing the control button or getting up from their seat. The slide-out extended several feet outward while the vehicle was moving at highway speed. Component/System that Failed: The slide-out mechanism/control system malfunctioned. It appears to have activated spontaneously. The component is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: This malfunction created an extreme safety hazard. The slide-out expanded into the next lane of traffic, putting our…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Jayco Redhawk have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Jayco Redhawk: 20V-548 (equipment), 20V-405 (equipment), 18V-451 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Jayco Redhawk?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (1 reports), followed by equipment (1).

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.