We were traveling southbound on highway il45 in southern illinois when our driver's side rear tire on our fifth wheel camper blew out. It caused not only a blown tire, but also caused the stabilizer bars to break. When speaking to several very knowledgeable 5th wheel owners and tire service dealers, we have learned that the tires put on our camper had barely met u.s. Load/weight standards. There have been numerous complaints about the "power king" brand (cheap, made in china), that were put on our camper. The jayco eagle is a very heavy camper, thus needing heavy duty tires, not the light-weight tires that were came with the camper. If we had been going any faster, in a construction zone, or a high-traffic area, a blowout could have been disastrous! We would like jayco to do right by their customers and replace these defective tires!
The worst 2013 Jayco Eagle problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Body1
- Brakes1
- Wheels1
Recalls 3
Equipment
- What is wrong
- 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: 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:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- 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 number 17V746000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Jayco is recalling certain model year 2013-14 Eagle Premiere, Jay Feather Ultra Lite, Jay Flight, Jay Flight Swift, Octane, and White Hawk; model year 2013 Eagle, Eagle HT, Jay Flight Bungalow, Jay Flight Destination, Pinnacle, Redhawk and Seismic; and model year 2014 Precept recreational vehicles. In these vehicles, if the awning installation sequence is not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged.
- Risk
- If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Jayco will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the awning motor free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2013. Owners may contact Jacyo at 1‑800‑283‑8267 for more information.
Recall number 13V168000 · Recall details
Equipment: electrical
- What is wrong
- Jayco is recalling certain model year 2013 Jay Flight Bungalow, Jay Flight Destination, Jay Flight and Eagle travel trailers; and model year 2013 Eagle and Eagle Premier Fifth-Wheels. The vehicles were manufactured January 24, 2013, through February 27, 2013 and equipped with a power converter supplied by Progressive Dynamics, Inc. The affected power converters, used in recreational vehicles to convert A/C power, have internal components that may short circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short may lead to a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will modify the affected power converters free of charge. The safety recall began on March 20, 2013. Owners may contact Jayco at 1‑574‑825‑0608.
Recall number 13V070000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Jayco Eagle 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Jayco and entegra coach storage tips. instructions for storing jayco and entegra coach diesel pushers.
- Standard Repair Instructions detailing how to repair a unit with a crack in the sidewall near the slideout.
- (SRP) Standard repair procedure for crack forming at the front bottom corner of the off door side (ODS) or...
- Informational bulletin for repair that requires the removal of pullout cabinet extension drawers.
- Jayco: on some models, inspect for power cord box and if box is missing, install. model 2014 eagle travel...
- Jayco: test and replace gas line main quick disconnect valve. models 2013 flight bungalow travel trailers,...
What 2013 Jayco Eagle owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 eagle boat trailer. The contact stated that there were multiple brake failures. The brake fluid leaked from the trailer. The trailer was taken to a mechanic, who stated the compressor washers in the brake calibers were replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was alerted of the failure and already had replaced the boat trailer however, again replacement boat trailer forces the trailer to be out of level 5 inches causing water to accumulate and add excessive weight to the trailer. The contact alerted the manufacture about the failure however had yet to provide a solution for the failure. The contact felt the reasonable amount of time for repair had surpassed being that the contact had already waited 7 months for a remedy the manufacture had failed to provide. The failure mileage was unavailable.
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Questions about the 2013 Jayco Eagle
Is the 2013 Jayco Eagle reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2013 Jayco Eagle, close to a typical Eagle model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Jayco Eagle?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2013 Jayco Eagle have?
3 recalls, covering equipment.
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