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2006 Jayco Escapade Problems, complaints & recalls

No owner complaints about the 2006 Jayco Escapade have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment.

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CAbout as many problems as a typical Escapade year, for its age

Complaints
0
Recalls
5
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

2006 Jayco Escapade recalls 5

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

Equipment

17V74600049,563 vehicles affected

The problem
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling various 2002-2016 recreational vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V746-9524.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Jayco will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

Seat belts

06V21000049 vehicles affected

The problem
On certain motor homes built on chevrolet chassis, the safety belt buckles may not latch or unlatch.
The risk
In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury or death.
The fix
General motors is conducting this recall (please see 05v558000) and will inspect the buckles and, if found to be inoperative, the entire buckle assembly would be replaced. For buckles found to be operative, dealers will replace only the upper buckle cover. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or jayco at 1-574-825-0608.

Electrical system: wiring

06V01600047 vehicles affected

The problem
On certain motor homes, the wire harness may have been routed too close to the exhaust tail pipe which may result in the cable melting and creating an electrical short.
The risk
This condition, if not addressed, could result in a fire, accident, injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will inspect, reroute and replace the wire harness free of charge. The recall began on february 7, 2006. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

Power train: driveshaft

06V00900062 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain motor homes may have u-joint retaining clips missing or not installed properly. If the retaining clips are not installed properly, the u-joint may become dislodged from the yoke and the drive shaft will become disconnected from the drive train.
The risk
This condition, if not addressed, could result in a crash, injury or death.
The fix
Dealers have completed the repairs to 100 percent of the units at the factory and at dealerships. No further action is necessary on this recall.

Equipment: recreational vehicle / trailer

05V476000237 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain motor homes built on chevrolet c3500 (express) cutaway chassis have a towing pigtail that will not show brake lights on the towed vehicle if hooked to the towing pigtail.
The risk
This condition could result in a crash, injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will rewire the towing pigtail wires to include the brake light circuit free of charge. The recall began on october 31, 2005. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

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Jayco Escapade: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20060500-C
20052800Electrical systemD
20040500-C
20030500-C
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2006 Jayco Escapade vs rivals

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2006 Jayco Escapade050C
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Questions about the 2006 Jayco Escapade

Does the 2006 Jayco Escapade have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2006 Jayco Escapade: equipment (November 2017); seat belts (June 2006); wiring (January 2006); driveshaft (January 2006) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

How many complaints has the 2006 Jayco Escapade had?

None have been filed with NHTSA so far.

Is the 2006 Jayco Escapade a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Jayco Escapade 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.

What should I do if my 2006 Jayco Escapade 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.

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