repaired · 2023 Q2
Recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems
Risk. Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.
2017 Jayco Travel Trailer EagleProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle, most often about the structure. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-425 the manufacturer reports only 26% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 6, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure
2Equipment
1Electrical system
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2017 Jayco Travel Trailer Eagle recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. If the safety chains fail in the event of a detachment, the trailer would separate from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. An LP gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Structure: frame and members
Risk. If the axle is overloaded, excess tire wear may result, possibly causing tire failure and an increased risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2019 Q2
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Risk. A loss of trailer brakes may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jayco Travel Trailer.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Eagle year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Eagle median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Eagle owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THROUGH NORMAL USE OF THE JAYCO EAGLE HT 27.5RLTS, THE SIDEWALL TRIM PIECE BEGAN TO START SEPARATING FROM THE SIDEWALL WHEN THE WEIGHT OF THE UNIT WAS ON THE PIN-BOX. JAYCO IS WELL AWARE OF THIS PARTICULAR ISSUE AS WELL AS THE UNDERLYING CAUSE. THE UNDERLYING ISSUE IS THE FACT THAT THEY USED SHEET…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JAYCO EAGLE HT28.5RSTS. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE BEGAN TO EXPAND, WHICH ENLARGED THE TRAILER. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND ACTIVATED THE BUTTON TO HAVE THE TRAILER RETRACT; HOWEVER, IT TOOK A FEW ATTEMPTS BEFORE IT SUCCESSFULLY RETRACTED. THE DEALER AND…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JAYCO EAGLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE WELDING OF THE FRONT JACK TO THE FRAME FRACTURED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE FRONT END OF THE TRAILER TO DROP WITHOUT WARNING. THE TRAILER WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE…
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