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2021 Entegra Esteem problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 5 complaints on file for the 2021 Entegra Esteem — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

5

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Esteem years?

Esteem NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted5 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 5 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2025: 1 complaints
Esteem NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Entegra Esteem problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System240%
Fuel System120%
Other120%
Speed Control120%

Does the 2021 Entegra Esteem have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V245000SteeringApril 2, 2024 · 1,719 units

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Entegra Esteem, Odyssey, and Jayco Greyhawk, Redhawk, and Greyhawk Prestige motorhomes. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.

Consequence

A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and the hydro boost jumper line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.

22V290000SteeringMay 3, 2022 · 36 units

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jayco Greyhawk, Greyhawk Prestige, Redhawk, Entegra Esteem, and Odyssey recreational vehicles. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.

Consequence

A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2022. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 22V-089.

20V780000OtherDecember 15, 2020 · 3,356 units

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Greyhawk, Greyhawk Pestige, Redhawk, Redhawk SE, Odyssey, and Esteem motorhomes. The mounting brackets for the leveling system hydraulic pump and reservoir may fail, allowing the components to contact the ground.

Consequence

Contact with the ground may cause the pump and reservoir to detach or leak hydraulic fluids, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install a new support bracket, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903528.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Service Advance Trac System warning light illuminated while driving about 60 MPH in gusty wind. Cruise Control and Hill Assist became inop. This happened twice on one 500 mile trip, both times in windy conditions. Both times, after shutting off engine for a few minutes, no warning light and all…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 25, 2024

“The RV had been driven about 20,000 miles and had about 250 accumulated hours on the onboard ONAN 4000 generator. I performed an oil change and did a test run of the generator when I happened to notice major generator tail pipe movement particularly during the start operation but which also…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · October 10, 2022

“Service Advance Trac System warning light illuminated while driving about 60 MPH in gusty wind. Cruise Control and Hill Assist became inop. This happened twice on one 500 mile trip, both times in windy conditions. Both times, after shutting off engine for a few minutes, no warning light and all…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · July 25, 2024

“The RV had been driven about 20,000 miles and had about 250 accumulated hours on the onboard ONAN 4000 generator. I performed an oil change and did a test run of the generator when I happened to notice major generator tail pipe movement particularly during the start operation but which also…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 10, 2022

2021 Entegra Esteem — common questions

Is the 2021 Entegra Esteem reliable?

The record is thin — 5 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Entegra Esteem have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Entegra Esteem. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.