1999 Jayco Eagle
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 5 total reports mention: tires.
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WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH A NOISE WAS HEARD FROM REAR. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND NOTICED REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE TREAD SEPARATION. CONSUMER CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. FIRESTONE , LT225/R16, DOT VD1L1X0059. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040505
TIRE SEPARATION ON A FIRESTONE STEELTEX (CLASS E) MOTORHOME TIRE WITH 15,000 MILES CAUSING $1,600 IN PROPERTY DAMAGE TO VEHICLE. I WAS TRAVELING AT 55 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20031004
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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SEAT BELT BUCKLE MACHANISM IS JAMMED.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990524
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.
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WHILE IN VEHICLE WAS MOTION PROPANE TANK BECME DEATACHED, AND WAS STILL HANGING ON TRAILER, AND DRAGGING ON ROAD. THIS CAUSED A SERIOUS FIRE HAZARD. CONSUMER CLAIMED THAT IT WAS NEVER PROPERLY ATTACHED AT THE FATORY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991012
1 of 5 total reports mentions: equipment.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A NORCOLD REFRIGERATOR, MODEL N621. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REFRIGERATOR WAS NOT COOLING PROPERLY. HE ALSO OBSERVED A YELLOW RESIDUE LEAKING FROM THE BACK OF THE REFRIGERATOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090521
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FOLD DOWN TRAILERS WHICH USE GAS/ELECTRIC ABSORPTION REFRIGERATORS SUPPLIED BY NORCOLD. THE SWIVEL NUT WHICH IS AN INTEGRAL CONNECTION COMPONENT OF A PRESSURE TAP DEVICE HAS "S
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SWIVEL NUT/PRESSURE TAP COMPONENT AND REPLACE WITH A REMEDY KIT.
Campaign 99V287002 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FOLDING CAMPERS. A FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE IS NOT CLAMPED IN A POSITION AWAY FROM THE TIRE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO CHAFFING OF THE HOSE CAUSING A LEAK OF HYDRAULIC FLUID.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD A CLAMP TO THE BRAKE HOSE.
Campaign 00V382000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
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.
Campaign 06V320000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Jayco Eagle — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V320000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V287002 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V382000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 Jayco Eagle reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Jayco Eagle?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Jayco Eagle have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.