2001 Jayco Designer Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2001 Jayco Designer problems

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Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported June 3, 2008 · 74 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: 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 number 08V243000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported August 30, 2006 · 6,285 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: 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 number 06V320000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: buckle assemblyReported April 10, 2001 · 727 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Remedy: 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 number 01V128001 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2001 Jayco Designer reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2001 Jayco Designer.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Jayco Designer?

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How many recalls does the 2001 Jayco Designer have?

3 recalls, covering equipment, vehicle speed control and seat belts.

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