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2011 Jayco Jay Series problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2011 Jayco Jay Series — 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 2011 compare to other Jay Series years?

Jay Series NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted1 complaint2005: 0 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 1 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints
Jay Series NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2011 Jayco Jay Series problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels1100%

Does the 2011 Jayco Jay Series have recalls?

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

18V292000Body & StructureMay 3, 2018 · 2,155 units

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2011 and 2013 Jay Series BB, BC and BD camping trailers equipped with a Lippert Power Roof Lift Mechanism. The manual over-ride feature on these power lifts may be misused, potentially resulting in torque from the drive motor damaging the lift mechanism.

Consequence

Damage to the lift mechanism may cause the roof to fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Jayco will notify owners and will provide a warning label to instruct owners of the proper use of the manual over-ride feature, free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901379.

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.

13V558000Body & StructureNovember 7, 2013 · 91 units

Defect

Jayco is recalling certain model year 2011 Jay Series pop-up camping trailers. In these vehicles, if a component failure occurs in the roof lifter system, the failure may cause the roof to abruptly collapse to the closed position.

Consequence

If the roof abruptly closes, there is an increased risk of personal injury.

Remedy

Jayco will notify owners and dealers will add a metal stop that prevents to sudden collapse of the roof, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2013. Owners may contact Jacyo at 1-800-283-8267 for more information.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A MICHELIN LTX M/S LT225/75R16 115/112R LRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13T012000 (TIRES) HAD SURPASSED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE BOTH MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE PART…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · May 5, 2014

2011 Jayco Jay Series — common questions

Is the 2011 Jayco Jay Series 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 2011 Jayco Jay Series have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2011 Jayco Jay Series. 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.