- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Jayco White Hawk Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2012 Jayco White Hawk with NHTSA, most often about the acceleration & cruise control (1) and the steering (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2013 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical White Hawk year, for its age
#259 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Jayco White Hawk problems
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2012 Jayco White Hawk recalls 1
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
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4 complaints about the 2012 Jayco White Hawk
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Entering express way a truck was turing the car was so close not letting truck turn which started to speed to go faster than truck
Had to change axles on white hawk and the guy doing the work noticed the brakes were missing a bushing on the actuator arm. He said in the 15 years he has never seen this before. I had to replace the entire brake assemblies due to the omission of this part. Dexter would not reimburse me the cost of the brake assembly.
Purchased from an individual this whitehawk. Noticed extreme tire wear on the trailer so did some research and found out some 2012 whitehawks had the wrong axles installed. Jayco did not recall any of these white hawks. I had to pay for labor on a miss-assembly and will have to replace tires prematurely.
I had a tire blow-out while towing my travel trailer at highway speeds in july of 2013 with less than 2,000 miles on the trailer. I changed the tire and repaired the damage to my trailer not knowing the reason for the blow-out. I had monitored my tires for the next year or so, of which I probably put another 2,000 miles on the trailer) and found that they were wearing very uneven. So much so that the outside tread of a tire would have absolutely no tread and the inside of the tire would have full tread. I...
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started doing research on the internet regarding my trailer model and if anyone else had this same issue. I found forums with multiple individuals mentioning that they had found out that dexter axle had provided the wrong size axles to the manufacturer and that due to normal operation of the trailer, the axles could in-fact bend, permanently, and cause uneven tire wear to the point of tire-failure. I contacted jayco and dexter axle, and they informed me that this was a problem and that they have not provided a notice or recall to their customers. They simply asked me to provide the vin on the axles, and after confirming that these axles were in fact the wrong size, they shipped out two new axles and paid for the installation of the axles. My trailer now tows much truer. In the past, and not knowing if it was necessarily normal, towing the trailer was sometimes a fight as it wanted to sway. Even though they remedied the problem, I find it unnerving that there was never a notice or recall issued, since they acknowledged the problem to me. A blown tire at highway speeds could be fatal, not only for the occupants in the vehicle towing the trailer, but the other vehicles on the roadway. Hoping that this helps other owners of this model travel trailer. Thank you for your time and feel free to contact me with any questions. *Tr
Jayco White Hawk: every year compared
All White Hawk years2012 Jayco White Hawk vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Jayco White Hawk | 4 | 1 | C | |
| 2012 Jayco Jay Flight | 3 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Jayco Eagle Super Lite | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Jayco Seneca | 1 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Jayco Jay Flight Swift SLX | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2012 Jayco Jay Feather Ultra Lite | 1 | 0 | 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 2012 Jayco White Hawk
Does the 2012 Jayco White Hawk have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Jayco White Hawk: equipment (November 2017). 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 2012 Jayco White Hawk?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the acceleration & cruise control (1), steering (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Jayco White Hawk had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 23, 2014 and the latest on July 30, 2017. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Jayco White Hawk a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 55 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Jayco White Hawk 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 White Hawk years have the most complaints?
2012 (4), 2013 (1), 2014 (1). See every Jayco White Hawk year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Jayco White Hawk 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