repaired · 2019 Q4
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2005 Jayco EscapadeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2005 Jayco Escapade, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-746 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 21, 2017. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2005 Jayco Escapade has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Fuel system, other
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2005 Jayco Escapade 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.
no report yet
Seat belts
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
no report yet
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
no report yet
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. 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.
Show 4 more recalls
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. THESE HOT PARTICLES MAY IGNITE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM DAMAGE OR UNDERHOOD FIRE.
no report yet
Trailer hitches
Risk. THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
no report yet
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH.
no report yet
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. THIS COULD CAUSE THE CABLE TO MELT, CREATING AN ELECTRICAL SHORT, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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.
Best & worst years
2005 vs. every other Escapade 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 Escapade median. How we score
'03'04'05'06
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Escapade owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
Own a 2005 Escapade?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.