2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Equipment (2 reports).

1Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your JAY Flight SLX?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX recalls

Trailer Battery Circuit May Lack Fire Protection

Recall 17V696Nov 3, 20179,930 vehicles affected

Certain Jayco Jay Flight SLX travel trailers with a 35 amp power converter have an electrical circuit running from the battery that is not protected by a fuse or circuit breaker.

Most common 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Equipment2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Service Brakes1
Electrical System1

What owners report

2022-10-26, Equipment
The contact owns a 2018 Jayco Jay Flight SLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V425000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2021-08-16, Equipment
The contact owns a 2018 Jayco Jay Flight SLX travel trailer. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V425000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the front burner of the stove throws a flame far back to the microwave which was very dangerous, and the rear burner did not have enough pressure to light the stove when it was low on propane. The dealer was made aware of the failure and the recall and informed the contact that they had ordered the kit that needed to be replaced however, there was no ETA of when the kit would arrive. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but had no date when the part woul
2018-06-29, Service Brakes
VEHICLE BREAKING SYSTEM CAUGHT FIRE DURING TOWING CAUSING FLAMES AND SMOKE TO ERUPT FROM BOTH UNDERCARAGE TIRE SIDES MELTING THE BREAK WIRES, WHILE THE BREAKAWAY SYSTEM WAS ATTACHED IT WAS MELTED AND THE BATTERY CONTINUED TO FEED THE FLAMES VIA WIRING SYSTEM. THIS IS CURRENTLY UNDER INVESTIGATION HOWEVER I AM BEING TOLD THE AXEL, DRUMS, BEARINGS, BREAKS, AND SPINDLES WERE ALL BAD AND REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. THIS IS A BRAND NEW TRAVEL TRAILER AND THIS WAS 15 MINUTES INTO OUR VERY FIRST TRIP WITH THE TRAILER AFTER DEALER DELIVERY. *TT
2017-11-17, Fuel/Propulsion System
I HAVE A SAFETY CONCERN WITH THE PROPANE LINE SO CLOSE TO THE REAR WHEEL. IF MY TIRE HAS A BLOW OUT THIS WILL DESTROY THE LINE. AND THIS COULD BE A VERY BAD SCENARIO. IMPACT FROM THE TIRE CAN CRACK THE LP MANIFOLD, AND BREAK FREE THE LP LINES AND FITTINGS. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE TIRE MAY NOT BE READILY NOTICEABLE AND COULD CAUSE IGNITION OF LP GAS THAT COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN LP SYSTEM IS TESTED, FILLED AND/OR USED.

2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX questions

Does the 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX: Trailer Battery Circuit May Lack Fire Protection. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (1), Service Brakes (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Jayco Travel Trailer JAY Flight SLX has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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