1999 Skyline Layton problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 1999 Skyline Layton — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1999 compare to other Layton years?

Layton NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1999 Skyline Layton problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	2	100%	— flat

Does the 1999 Skyline Layton have recalls?

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

07V074000OtherMarch 5, 2007 · 57,295 units

Defect

CERTAIN TRUCK CAMPERS, FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH A TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR, MANUFACTURED BY THE DOMETIC CORPORATION, MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE BOILER TUBE. PRESSURIZED COOLANT SOLUTION COULD BE RELEASED INTO AN AREA WHERE AN IGNITION SOURCE (GAS FLAME) IS PRESENT.

Consequence

RELEASE OF COOLANT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD IGNITE AND RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

SKYLINE WILL BE WORKING WITH DOMETIC IN ORDER TO REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS (PLEASE SEE 06E076). DOMETIC WILL REPAIR THESE REFRIGERATORS BY INSTALLING A SECONDARY BURN HOUSING, A THERMAL FUSE, AND A MELT FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. DOMETIC HAS RETAINED STERICYCLE INC. TO MANAGE THIS CAMPAIGN. STERICYCLE WILL ASSIST YOU IN LOCATING DEALERSHIPS OR SERVICE CENTERS AND WILL PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH SCHEDULING OF APPOINTMENTS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOMETIC/STERICYCLE AT 1-888-446-5157 OR SKYLINE AT 1-574-294-6521.

99V135000OtherMay 24, 1999 · 57 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MODEL 3740 PARK TRAILERS. THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING ON THESE UNITS WAS MISCALCULATED.

Consequence

THEREFORE, THE C-RANGE TIRES DO NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIRES AND THE CERTIFICATION LABEL.

98V240001Electrical SystemOctober 1, 1998 · 1,143 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 45 AMP MAGNETEK POWER CONVERTERS. A WEAKENED BYPASS CAPACITOR ON THE CONVERTER'S PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD CAN CAUSE A BREAKDOWN OF THE CAPACITOR ALLOWING ELECTRICAL CURRENT LEAKAGE.

Consequence

ELECTRICAL CURRENT LEAKAGE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

MAGNETEK IS REPLACING THESE POWER CONVERTERS.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SKYLINE LAYTON 3060 TRAILER. THE VEHICLE HAS A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL RM2652. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS REFRIGERATOR LEAKED AMMONIA AT A WELD BETWEEN TWO TUBES. THROUGH ONLINE RESEARCH, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 06E076000…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 2, 2008

1999 Skyline Layton — common questions

Is the 1999 Skyline Layton reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 1999 Skyline Layton have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1999 Skyline Layton. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1999 compare to other Layton years?

What are the most common 1999 Skyline Layton problems?

Does the 1999 Skyline Layton have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

1999 Skyline Layton — common questions

Is the 1999 Skyline Layton reliable?

Does the 1999 Skyline Layton have recalls?

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