2000 Skyline Layton problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2000 Skyline Layton — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 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 2000 compare to other Layton years?

Layton NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Skyline Layton problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Other	2	67%	— flat
Tires & Wheels	1	33%	new

Does the 2000 Skyline Layton have recalls?

2 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.

00V129000Visibility & WipersMay 3, 2000 · 147 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: RECREATIONAL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HYDRAULIC PUMP OPERATED SLIDE-OUT ROOM. THE POLARITY OF THE WIRING BETWEEN THE 12-VOLT CONVERTER AND HYDRAULIC PUMP IS REVERSED.

Consequence

AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK COULD OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL CORRECT THE POLARITY OF THE WIRING.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 SKYLINE LAYTON. THE VEHICLE HAS A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL RM2652. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE REFRIGERATOR AND HAD IT REPAIRED AT THE DEALER. THE REFRIGERATOR STOPPED WORKING. THE CONTACT RETURNED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 13, 2009

“TOWING A 2000 SKYLINE LAYTON MODEL 250 LT AT 45 MPH ON AN ASPHALT HIGHWAY, AIR TEMPERATURE APPROXIMATELY 65 F, THE RIGHT REAR TRAILER TIRE TREAD SEPARATED AT THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE SIDEWALLS AND FELL OFF. THE TIRE WAS PRESUMED NEW WHEN THE TRAILER WAS PURCHASED ON 21FEB00. THE TIRE FAILED AFTER…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · June 24, 2005

2000 Skyline Layton — common questions

Is the 2000 Skyline Layton reliable?

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

Does the 2000 Skyline Layton have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 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 2000 compare to other Layton years?

What are the most common 2000 Skyline Layton problems?

Does the 2000 Skyline Layton have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2000 Skyline Layton — common questions

Is the 2000 Skyline Layton reliable?

Does the 2000 Skyline Layton have recalls?

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