CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C recalls
Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire
Some Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers installed in certain recreational trailers can become clogged, so they may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.
Most common 2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
What owners report
RV WAS PARKED IN A SITE AT AN RV RESORT. ELECTRICAL SERVICE PROVIDED VIA A SHORELINE CABLE TO RESORT POWER. ELECTRICAL SERVICE SUDDENLY STOPPED. REPAIR SHOP FOUND THAT THE IOTA ENGINEERING ITS - 30RL AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH WAS MELTED AND BURNED. A RECALL WAS FOUND ONLINE # 12V451000, THAT STATED IN THE TEXT THAT SOME 2008 MODELS WERE EFFECTED. JAYCO REFUSE TO REIMBURSE US FOR THE REPLACEMENT SAYING OUR RV IS NOT PART OF RECALL. THIS PART COULD HAVE CAUSED A FIRE IN THE RV. WE ARE MOST CONCERNED FOR THE SAFETY OF OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE. WE HAVE THE BURNED AND MELTED SWITCH BOX AND PHOTOS OF THE DAMAGE. IT SEEMS TO US TO BE THE SAME SAFETY ISSUE AS THE RECALL DESCRIBES *DT *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JAYCO MELBOURNE CLASS C EQUIPPED WITH A 2008 FORD E-450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, A STRONG ELECTRICAL ODOR EMITTED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DISABLED THE CIRCUIT BREAKERS AND NOTICED THAT THE IOTA TRANSFER SWITCH WIRES WERE COMPLETELY MELTED. THERE WERE NO FLAMES VISIBLE. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V451000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,000. THE MELTED IOTA TRANSFER SWITCH AND ASSOCIATED WIRING WAS REPAIRED AT A COST OF $243. COMPLAINANT STILL HAS THE MELTED TRANSFER SWITCH.
2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C questions
Does the 2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C: Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Jayco Melbourne Class C 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.