2014 JAYCO PINNACLE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE
The 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Jayco, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Structurebody (1 complaint), Suspension (1 complaint), and Unknown Or Other (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE, potentially affecting up to 49,755 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 14V196000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 192 vehicles affected
Defect: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Seneca, Pinnacle, and Eagle Premier, and 2014 Precept motorhomes and fifth wheels manufactured January 14, 2013, through August 26, 2013, and equipped with Electrolux/Frigidaire KG series microwaves, models CFMV152CLB and CFMV154CLS, manufactured January 27, 2013, through April 10, 2013, in the serial number range KG30607951 through KG31600670. In the affected vehicles,...
Consequence: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
Remedy: Jayco will notify owners, and authorized Electrolux service technicians will replace the membrane/keypad component, free of charge. The recall will begin on May 7, 2014. Owners may contact Jayco Customer Service by calling 1-800-283-8267. Note: Owners are advised to leave...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
2014 JAYCO PINNACLE 5TH WHEEL CAMPER HAD UNDISCLOSED FRAME DAMAGE RESULTING IN 20 OF 27 REPAIR ITEMS RELATED TO STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AND SAFETY ISSUES. UPON DISCOVERY OF WELDED AND PAINT PATCH WORK, NO ADMISSION OF DAMAGE FROM AN ACCIDENT IS RECORDED OR REVEALED TO US.THIS UNIT IS NOT SAFE FOR TRAVEL OR HUMAN LIVING QUARTERS. ***NOTE BELOW*** DAMAGE WAS PRIOR TO OUR PURCHASE DATE SO WE DO NOT HAVE THE DATE OF ACCIDENT. *TR *JS
2014 JAYCO PINNACLE 5TH WHEEL CAMPER HAD UNDISCLOSED FRAME DAMAGE RESULTING IN 20 OF 27 REPAIR ITEMS RELATED TO STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AND SAFETY ISSUES. UPON DISCOVERY OF WELDED AND PAINT PATCH WORK, NO ADMISSION OF DAMAGE FROM AN ACCIDENT IS RECORDED OR REVEALED TO US.THIS UNIT IS NOT SAFE FOR TRAVEL OR HUMAN LIVING QUARTERS. ***NOTE BELOW*** DAMAGE WAS PRIOR TO OUR PURCHASE DATE SO WE DO NOT HAVE THE DATE OF ACCIDENT. *TR *JS
2014 JAYCO PINNACLE 5TH WHEEL CAMPER HAD UNDISCLOSED FRAME DAMAGE RESULTING IN 20 OF 27 REPAIR ITEMS RELATED TO STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY AND SAFETY ISSUES. UPON DISCOVERY OF WELDED AND PAINT PATCH WORK, NO ADMISSION OF DAMAGE FROM AN ACCIDENT IS RECORDED OR REVEALED TO US.THIS UNIT IS NOT SAFE FOR TRAVEL OR HUMAN LIVING QUARTERS. ***NOTE BELOW*** DAMAGE WAS PRIOR TO OUR PURCHASE DATE SO WE DO NOT HAVE THE DATE OF ACCIDENT. *TR *JS
WHILE TRAVELING SOUTH ON I495 IN MASSACHUSSETTS AT 65 MILES PER HOUR WE EXPERIENCED A TIRE FAILURE OF THE LEFT REAR TIRE ON OUR 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE. THIS TIRE IS A POWER KING TOWMAX ST235 80R16. THIS TIRE HAS NO MORE THAN 2500 MILES ON IT. THOUGH NO INJURY TO MY WIFE OR ME, AS A RESULT OF THIS FAILURE AND SHREDDING OF THE TIRE THE DAMAGE TO OUR 5TH WHEEL INCLUDED A DESTROYED RIM, REAR WHEEL FENDER FLAIR, WHEEL WELL, AND REAR SLIDE OUT SKIRTING AND MOLDING. GIVEN THAT OTHERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME THING THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THESE TIRES.
Safety Rating for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE
Jayco, Inc. has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
RC-14V196 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
JAYCO: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING RECALL ON MICROWAVE IN RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the JAYCO PINNACLE
- 2010 JAYCO PINNACLE — 0 complaints
- 2011 JAYCO PINNACLE — 3 complaints
- 2012 JAYCO PINNACLE — 0 complaints
- 2013 JAYCO PINNACLE — 0 complaints
- 2014 JAYCO PINNACLE (current)
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