- 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
1999 Jayco Eagle Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1999 Jayco Eagle with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (2) and the equipment & accessories (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in August 2006 for the vehicle speed control. For comparison, the 1998 has 7 and the 2000 has 8.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Eagle year, for its age
#242 most complained-about 1999 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1999 Jayco Eagle problems
Share of all 5 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1999 Jayco Eagle recalls 3
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.
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5 complaints about the 1999 Jayco Eagle
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a norcold refrigerator, model n621. The contact noticed that the refrigerator was not cooling properly. He also observed a yellow residue leaking from the back of the refrigerator. The norcold customer center was notified of the failures. The serial number was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 02e019000 (equipment:recreational vehicle), although the failures were identical. The refrigerator has not been repaired. The part number was unknown. Updated 06/09/09 *bf 1999 jayco eagle. Updated 06/09/09.*Jb
While driving 55 mph a noise was heard from rear. Consumer pulled over, and noticed rear passenger side tire tread separation. Consumer called roadside assistance. Firestone , lt225/r16, dot vd1l1x0059. *Ak
Tire separation on a firestone steeltex (class e) motorhome tire with 15,000 miles causing $1,600 in property damage to vehicle. I was traveling at 55 mph on an interstate. Firestone national denied claim indicating low tire pressure determined by inspection of bead. Tires have always been inflated to 72 # prior to every trip. *La
While in vehicle was motion propane tank becme deatached, and was still hanging on trailer, and dragging on road. This caused a serious fire hazard. Consumer claimed that it was never properly attached at the fatory. *Ak
Seat belt buckle machanism is jammed. Ford sent a letter to consumer indicating tht for part f8uz1561203aaa there is not a replacement part available in the usa until late summer if manufacturer of seat belts would be allowed to continue manufacturing . *Ak
Jayco Eagle: every year compared
All Eagle years1999 Jayco Eagle vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Jayco Eagle | 5 | 3 | C | |
| 1999 Jayco Jayco | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1999 Jayco Designer | 6 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1999 Jayco Eagle MH | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 1999 Jayco Designer MH | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 1999 Jayco Hawk TT | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 1999 Jayco Designer FW | 1 | 2 | F | 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 1999 Jayco Eagle
Does the 1999 Jayco Eagle have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1999 Jayco Eagle: vehicle speed control (August 2006); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (November 2000); recreational vehicle / trailer (February 2000). 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 1999 Jayco Eagle?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (2), equipment & accessories (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1999 Jayco Eagle had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 24, 1999 and the latest on May 21, 2009. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1999 Jayco Eagle a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 1999 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