- 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
2001 Jayco Eagle Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2001 Jayco Eagle with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in August 2006 for the vehicle speed control. For comparison, the 2000 has 8 and the 2002 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Eagle year, for its age
#347 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Jayco Eagle problems
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2001 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: certain motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies produced by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
- The risk
- Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
- The fix
- Dealers will repair the seat belts. Owner notification began october 23, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jayco at 1-219-825-5861 or am-safe at 1-219-266-8330.
- 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.
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2 complaints about the 2001 Jayco Eagle
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Dt*: the contact stated on a recent camping trip after hitting a dip in the highway, the tire collided with the frame causing the wheel to skid resulting in the tire blowing. The contact expressed there is only 3/16" clearing in the front and the back for the wheel to go within the frame area. The dealership has been alerted.
The vehicle was taken to the rv dealer to put air in the tires. The mechanic noticed the rear right springs had cut the liquefied propane line. Could cause a fire. The consumer put a temporary fix on the lp line. Should be a factory recall to fix and relocate the lp line. *Ak *cb *jb
Jayco Eagle: every year compared
All Eagle years2001 Jayco Eagle vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Jayco Eagle | 2 | 3 | C | |
| 2001 Jayco Jayco | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Jayco Legacy | 1 | 1 | A | 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 2001 Jayco Eagle
Does the 2001 Jayco Eagle have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Jayco Eagle: vehicle speed control (August 2006); buckle assembly (April 2001); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (November 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 2001 Jayco Eagle?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Jayco Eagle had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 7, 2003 and the latest on July 11, 2006. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Jayco Eagle a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 52 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 2001 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