2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL
The 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:INTEGRATED JACK/LEVELER/STABILIZER, STRUCTURE. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Jayco, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Latcheslockslinkages (1 complaint), Structure (1 complaint), and Structureframe And Members (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL, potentially affecting up to 576 vehicles.
Recall 10V021000 — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:INTEGRATED JACK/LEVELER/STABILIZER
| 354 vehicles affected
Defect: JAYCO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 EAGLE AND MODEL YEAR 2010 DESIGNER FIFTH WHEEL TRAVEL TRAILERS. IN THE PRESENCE OF MOISTURE, A REMOTE ACTIVATION MODULE FOR THE LEVELING JACK MAY ACTIVATE AUTONOMOUSLY WITHOUT THE USE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL.
Consequence: IF THE JACK WERE TO ACTIVATE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING TOWED, IT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH LEADING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY WHICH WILL PREVENT THE REMOTE MODULE FROM SELF-ACTIVATING IN THE PRESENCE OF MOISTURE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
View full details →Recall 08V402000 — STRUCTURE
| 222 vehicles affected
Defect: JAYCO IS RECALLING 222 MY 2009 EAGLE SL TRAVEL TRAILERS. THE UPPER REAR PLASTIC CAP CAN BECOME DETACHED FROM THE REAR WALL DUE TO IMPROPER CLEANING OF MATING SURFACE TO ALLOW PROPER ADHESION.
Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION IS NOT ADDRESSED, IT MAY RESULT IN A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE UPPER REAR PLASTIC CAP TO INSTALL BACKERS, NEW ADHESIVE TAPE, ADD SCREWS, AND PREPARE THE SURFACE FOR PROPER ADHESION. THE RECALLBEGAN AUGUST 25, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latcheslockslinkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Members | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
I TRAVEL FROM GATINEAU,QUEBEC CANADA TO BRADENTON,FL WITH MY NEW JAYCO EAGLE 328RLS. 3 MILES AFTER LEAVING INTERSTATE 75 IN BRADENTON,FL THE REAR AXEL DETACH FROM THE FRAME ON DRIVER SIDE. I CONSIDER MYSELF LUCKY THAT THIS DID NOT HAPPEN A 65MI\HR. I HAVE PICTURE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED. I HOPE MY TEXT IS UNDERSTANDING I AM FRENCH. *TR
OUR 1 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER PUSHED OPEN THE SCREEN DOOR AND FELL OUT OF THE CAMPER, WHICH WAS A FALL OF ABOUT THREE FEET. THE SCREEN DOOR WAS LATCHED SHUT. OBVIOUSLY, THE LATCH IS NOT VERY STRONG SINCE A 1 YEAR OLD CHILD COULD PUSH IT OPEN. THERE IS NO LOCK ON THE SCREEN DOOR AND NO WARNINGS ANYWHERE IN THE CAMPER OR IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL INDICATING THAT THE SCREEN DOOR IS NOT CHILD PROOF. SHE DID NOT FALL THROUGH THE SCREEN, BUT ACTUALLY WAS ABLE TO PUSH THE DOOR OPEN. WHAT KIND OF DOOR SHOULD A 1 YEAR OLD CHILD BE ABLE TO OPEN, WHICH IS COMPLETELY CLOSED? SHE SUSTAINED A MILD HEAD INJURY WITH SOME CUTS AND BRUISING ON HER FACE. OUR MAIN CONCERN HERE IS CHILD SAFETY- THAT THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN TO ANOTHER FAMILY WITH A WORSE OUTCOME. THERE SHOULD BE A MANDATORY LOCK ON THE SCREEN DOOR OR A WARNING ON THE DOOR INDICATING ITS LACK OF STRENGTH AND LACK OF SAFETY FOR CHILDREN. WE CONTACTED JAYCO AND THEIR INVESTIGATION CONCLUDED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE SITUATION. AS STATED EARLIER, THE MAIN CONCERN HERE IS SAFETY FOR CHILDREN, WHICH WOULD BE GREATLY IMPROVED BY ADDING A LOCK TO THE SCREEN DOOR AND/OR ADDING WARNING SIGNS TO THE DOOR TO INDICATE LACK OF PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL. THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN AUGUST OF 2008. THE FOLLOWING MONTH HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 08V402000 (STRUCTURE) AND IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE PROPER REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE BEING SHIPPED AND WOULD ARRIVE THE FOLLOWING WEEK. THE PARTS WERE NEVER RECEIVED SO THE CONTACT RETURNED TO THE DEALER. THEY WERE EXTREMELY COOPERATIVE, BUT STILL DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. AS OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2008, THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE NOT APPLICABLE. UPDATED 10/29/08. *JB
Safety Rating for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL
Jayco, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB-09-002 — EQUIPMENT
JAYCO: UPPER REFRIGERATOR BAFFLE. CUT AND INSTALL UPPER REFRIGERATOR BAFFLE ON 2009 EAGLE SUPER LITE 29.5 RKS FIFTH WHEEL. 91PM0051-55, 57, 61-62, 65-73, 77-80, 83-88, 91, 93-95, AND 97. *PE
TSB-09-002 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
JAYCO: UPPER REFRIGERATOR BAFFLE. CUT AND INSTALL UPPER REFRIGERATOR BAFFLE ON 2009 EAGLE SUPER LITE 29.5 RKS FIFTH WHEEL. 91PM0051-55, 57, 61-62, 65-73, 77-80, 83-88, 91, 93-95, AND 97. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the JAYCO EAGLE SL
- 2009 JAYCO EAGLE SL (current)
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