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2002 Jayco Eagle problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2002 Jayco Eagle — 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.

1

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2002 compare to other Eagle years?

Eagle NHTSA complaints by model year, 2002 highlighted21 complaints1991: 3 complaints1992: 0 complaints1993: 1 complaints1994: 0 complaints1995: 1 complaints1996: 6 complaints1997: 1 complaints1998: 13 complaints1999: 5 complaints2000: 21 complaints2001: 2 complaints2002: 1 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 1 complaints2007: 2 complaints2008: 1 complaints2009: 2 complaints2010: 3 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 1 complaints
Eagle NHTSA complaints by model year, 2002 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2002 Jayco Eagle problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels1100%

Does the 2002 Jayco Eagle have recalls?

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

17V746000OtherNovember 21, 2017 · 49,563 units

Defect

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

Consequence

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

06V320000Speed ControlAugust 30, 2006 · 6,285 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.

Consequence

OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURNING, AND IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

Remedy

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.

03V383000OtherOctober 9, 2003 · 6,442 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH SAMSUNG MICROWAVE OVENS, THESE UNITS WERE PRODUCED WITH A DEFECTIVE PANEL. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR BETWEEN CIRCUIT PATTERNS ON THE MEMBRANE PANEL, ESPECIALLY OVERLAPPED BY A "JUMPER" OR JUMP WIRE. THIS MAY CAUSE THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS.

Consequence

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR CAUSING THE OVEN TO ACTIVATE WITHOUT PRESSING ANY KEY PADS. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXCESSIVE HEAT, SMOKE, OR POSSIBLY A FIRE.

Remedy

SAMSUNG WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND REPAIR THE PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. IN THE MEANTIME, CONSUMERS SHOULD UNPLUG THEIR MICROWAVE, IF POSSIBLE. IF THE CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO UNPLUG THE MICROWAVE, THEY SHOULD LEAVE THE DOOR AJAR UNTIL THE PANEL IS REPLACED. CONSUMERS SHOULD NEVER USE THE MICROWAVE OVEN FOR STORAGE OR LEAVE ANY TOWELS, PAPER, CLOTH OR OTHER PRODUCTS IN THE MICROWAVE AFTER USE. 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 SAMSUNG AT 800-932-3837 OR JAYCO AT 1-574-825-0608.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“WE EXPERIENCED TWO TITAN TIRE BLOWOUTS ON A CAMPING TRAILER IN SEPARATE EVENTS. TIRES INVOLVED WERE TITAN RADIAL ST II 225/75/R 15 DOT AAHH MT2 0605 & AAHH MT2 1205 MANUFACTURED BY TIAJIN IN CHINA. THE TIRES WERE ONLY 9 MONTHS OLD AND HAD LESS THAN 5000 MILES. WE FELT WE WERE INFORMED CONSUMERS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 21, 2006

2002 Jayco Eagle — common questions

Is the 2002 Jayco Eagle reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2002 Jayco Eagle have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2002 Jayco Eagle. 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.