- The problem
- On certain motor homes built on ford chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
- The risk
- Overheating could result in smoke or burning, and in an underhood fire.
- The fix
- Ford is conducting this recall (please see 06v286) and will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332 or jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
Vehicle safety record
1998 Jayco Eagle Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1998 Jayco Eagle with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (2) and the seats & seat belts (2). It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in August 2006 for the vehicle speed control. For comparison, the 1997 has 1 and the 1999 has 5.
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FFar more problems than a typical Eagle year, for its age
#188 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Jayco Eagle problems
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1998 Jayco Eagle recalls 6
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vehicle description: folding campers. A flexible brake hose is not clamped in a position away from the tire, which can lead to chaffing of the hose causing a leak of hydraulic fluid.
- The risk
- This could result in a loss of trailer brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL ADD A CLAMP TO THE BRAKE HOSE.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: fold down trailers which use gas/electric absorption refrigerators supplied by norcold. The swivel nut which is an integral connection component of a pressure tap device has "stress corrosion cracking."
- The risk
- This cracking can lead to an open fracture in the brass nut, potentially allowing propane gas to leak.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove the swivel nut/pressure tap component and replace with a remedy kit.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: mini motor homes. The routing of the wire loom in the engine is too close to the engine block.
- The risk
- Contact between the wire loom and the engine block can cause smoke and/or fire in the engine block area.
- The fix
- Dealers will relocate the wire away from the engine block.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: travel trailers. A spacer tube on the frame was omitted. This spacer tube allows adequate clearance between the tire and wheel well.
- The risk
- The tire could be damaged and/or blow out from contact with the wheel well increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a dexter axle kit which will reverse the spring orientation to gain the clearance needed.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: travel and folding trailers equipped with dexter axles. The wheel bearings used in some of these axles have a metallurgical defect causing early failure.
- The risk
- A wheel bearing failure could result in the loss of the wheel end from the axle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dexter axle is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will inspect the axles and replace the wheel bearings if necessary.
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7 complaints about the 1998 Jayco Eagle
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Dt: the consumer owned a 1998 jayco 5th wheel eagle series. He purchased the vehicle second hand. The front panel separated. While driving 60 mph. The entire driver's side panel peeled back. There was a separation from the fiberglassand the wood. The consumer called jayco, and they told him it had a two year warranty. They had no information on why this occurred. Consumer stated he could see the panel bulging. Also, could feel moisture which was caused by the extreme arizona weather conditions. The...
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consumer stated that when the paneling came offone could see the wood framing and insulation. Bubbling and separation was noticeable on the left panel and in the rear. The panel slipped out of the seam. There were no screws. It was just glued to a metal frame. *Ak
The right rear and left rear tire experienced tread separation while traveling at 50 mph. Good year wrangler xt size lt25575/r16e. *Jb prior to the incident, both tires were mounted on the rear of the dual axle. (One on left and one also on the right) (motorhome) *scc *jb
A defect inside of the suspension shock absorbers caused tires to blow out. Motorhome was totaled, and rear tires blew out. *Ak
Staples and bolges are seen with the naked on the outer panel of trailer. *Ak
SEAT BELT FAILED.
SEAT BELTS DON'T FIT PROPERLY/CAN'T BE USED.
HEATER UNIT DOES NOT GO ON DESIRED SETTING.
Jayco Eagle: every year compared
All Eagle years1998 Jayco Eagle vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Jayco Eagle | 7 | 6 | F | |
| 1998 Jayco Jayco | 10 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Jayco Designer | 2 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Jayco Heritage | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1998 Jayco Eagle
Does the 1998 Jayco Eagle have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 1998 Jayco Eagle: vehicle speed control (August 2006); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (November 2000); recreational vehicle / trailer (February 2000); front underhood (June 1998) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Jayco Eagle?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (2), seats & seat belts (2), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Jayco Eagle had?
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 17, 1997 and the latest on August 2, 2005. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 Jayco Eagle a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 24 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Jayco Eagle year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Jayco Eagle years have the most complaints?
2000 (8), 1998 (7), 1996 (5). See every Jayco Eagle year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Jayco Eagle has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data