2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE
The 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 9 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, TRAILER HITCHES. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator (1 complaint), Electrical Systemwiring (1 complaint), and Fuel System Otherdelivery (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE
NHTSA has recorded 9 recalls for the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE, potentially affecting up to 104,391 vehicles.
Recall 17V746000 — EQUIPMENT
| 49,563 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 17V746000 — EQUIPMENT
| 49,563 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 05V556000 — TRAILER HITCHES
| 1,878 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES, THE HITCH RECEIVER MAY HAVE MISSING REINFORCING PLATES. WHEN A LOAD IS APPLIED TO THE HITCH, IT MAY BECOME PARTIALLY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME IF THESE PLATES ARE MISSING.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE REINFORCING PLATES WITH NEW HARDWARE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
View full details →Recall 05V476000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 237 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON CHEVROLET C3500 (EXPRESS) CUTAWAY CHASSIS HAVE A TOWING PIGTAIL THAT WILL NOT SHOW BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE TOWED VEHICLE IF HOOKED TO THE TOWING PIGTAIL.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REWIRE THE TOWING PIGTAIL WIRES TO INCLUDE THE BRAKE LIGHT CIRCUIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 31, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
View full details →Recall 05V008000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
| 688 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES THE BATTERY CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE CABLE TO MELT, CREATING AN ELECTRICAL SHORT, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REROUTE AND/OR REPLACE THE BATTERY CABLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 574-825-5861.
View full details →Recall 06V082000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
| 1,107 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD E-SERIES CHASSIS, THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT MATERIAL PROCESS RESULTED IN AN AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT THAT CAN SMOLDER OR BURN. THIS CHANGE IN FILTER PAPER COMPOSITION, COMBINED WITH THE CONFIGURATION OF THE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM, MAY ALLOW HOT CARBON PARTICLES TO CONTACT THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT DURING CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS THAT CREATE HOT...
Consequence: THESE HOT PARTICLES MAY IGNITE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM DAMAGE OR UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy: FORD MOTOR COMPANY IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673 OR JAYCO AT 1-800-283-8267.
View full details →Recall 06V095000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 1,107 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS MAY EXPERIENCE STALLING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AND MAY OR MAY NOT RESTART.
Consequence: SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: FORD MOTOR COMPANY IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. DEALERS WILL UPGRADE THE FUEL INJECTION CONTROL MODULE (FICM) WIRE HARNESS OR REPLACED, AND/OR HAVE A NEW INJECTION CONTROL PRESSURE (ICP)) SENSOR CONNECTOR INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE....
View full details →Recall 06V088000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
| 199 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON CHEVROLET CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH HYDRO-BOOST BRAKE ASSEMBLIES, THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR MAY CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY DURING NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Consequence: IF A SEPARATION OCCURRED AND THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE WERE OPEN, FRAGMENTS FROM THE ACCUMULATOR COULD CAUSE INJURY TO PEOPLE IN THE IMMEDIATE AREA. THE PRESENCE OF THIS CRACK OR FRACTURED SURFACE COULD ALLOW THE HYDRAULIC FLUID TO LEAK FROM THE ACCUMULATOR CIRCUIT OF THE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY. THE LOSS OF FLUID WOULD CAUSE INCREASED STEERING AND BRAKING EFFORT AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: CHEVROLET IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. CHEVROLET WILL TEST THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY FOR FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF THE TWO-FUNCTION VALVE. IF THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY FAILS THE TEST, DEALERS ARE TO REPLACE THE ASSEMBLY. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT...
View full details →Recall 06V210000 — SEAT BELTS
| 49 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON CHEVROLET CHASSIS, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES MAY NOT LATCH OR UNLATCH.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: GENERAL MOTORS IS CONDUCTING THIS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 05V558000) AND WILL INSPECT THE BUCKLES AND, IF FOUND TO BE INOPERATIVE, THE ENTIRE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WOULD BE REPLACED. FOR BUCKLES FOUND TO BE OPERATIVE, DEALERS WILL REPLACE ONLY THE UPPER BUCKLE...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiring | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Otherdelivery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
WAS RUNNING PROPANE HEATER; AFTER 2-3 HOUR SPAN THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR WENT OFF. CONTINUES TO GO OFF AFTER 2-3 HOURS RUNNING PROPANE HEATER. DOES NOT GO OFF WHEN RUNNING GENERATOR OR AIR CONDITIONER; ONLY WITH PROPANE HEATER. *TR
PURCHASED BRAND NEW RV, WENT "DRY CAMPING" (WITHOUT UTILITIES) WITHIN 1 WEEK OF POSSESSION; ON GENERATOR, MICROWAVE LOST LOTS OF TIME, CAUSING MEALS TO BURN, ETC.; OVER LAST 10 MONTHS DEALERSHIP UNSUCCESSFULLY REPLACED (THEY SAY) 3 TIMES; RV MFG REFUSING SINCE DEC. TO DO MORE; TOLD BY GENERATOR MFG I HAVE TO PAY "LARGE SUMS" TO FIND OUT WHAT'S WRONG AND GET FIXED THEN APPLY TO RV MFG FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT -- NOT ACCEPTABLE, FRUSTRATED, SICK AND TIRED OF NOT BEING ABLE TO USE BRAND NEW, EXPENSIVE PURCHASE. *JB
PURCHASED BRAND NEW RV, WENT "DRY CAMPING" (WITHOUT UTILITIES) WITHIN 1 WEEK OF POSSESSION; ON GENERATOR, MICROWAVE LOST LOTS OF TIME, CAUSING MEALS TO BURN, ETC.; OVER LAST 10 MONTHS DEALERSHIP UNSUCCESSFULLY REPLACED (THEY SAY) 3 TIMES; RV MFG REFUSING SINCE DEC. TO DO MORE; TOLD BY GENERATOR MFG I HAVE TO PAY "LARGE SUMS" TO FIND OUT WHAT'S WRONG AND GET FIXED THEN APPLY TO RV MFG FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT -- NOT ACCEPTABLE, FRUSTRATED, SICK AND TIRED OF NOT BEING ABLE TO USE BRAND NEW, EXPENSIVE PURCHASE. *JB
PURCHASED BRAND NEW RV, WENT "DRY CAMPING" (WITHOUT UTILITIES) WITHIN 1 WEEK OF POSSESSION; ON GENERATOR, MICROWAVE LOST LOTS OF TIME, CAUSING MEALS TO BURN, ETC.; OVER LAST 10 MONTHS DEALERSHIP UNSUCCESSFULLY REPLACED (THEY SAY) 3 TIMES; RV MFG REFUSING SINCE DEC. TO DO MORE; TOLD BY GENERATOR MFG I HAVE TO PAY "LARGE SUMS" TO FIND OUT WHAT'S WRONG AND GET FIXED THEN APPLY TO RV MFG FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT -- NOT ACCEPTABLE, FRUSTRATED, SICK AND TIRED OF NOT BEING ABLE TO USE BRAND NEW, EXPENSIVE PURCHASE. *JB
Safety Rating for the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the JAYCO ESCAPADE
- 2003 JAYCO ESCAPADE — 0 complaints
- 2004 JAYCO ESCAPADE — 0 complaints
- 2005 JAYCO ESCAPADE (current)
- 2006 JAYCO ESCAPADE — 0 complaints
Other JAYCO Models
- JAYCO EAGLE — 67 total complaints
- JAYCO PRECEPT — 66 total complaints
- JAYCO JAYCO — 64 total complaints
- JAYCO DESIGNER — 43 total complaints
- JAYCO GREYHAWK — 30 total complaints
- JAYCO SENECA — 29 total complaints
- JAYCO ALANTE — 23 total complaints
- JAYCO JAY FLIGHT — 18 total complaints