2005 Jayco Talon problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2017-11-21 · campaign 17V746000 · 49,563 vehicles
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 v
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (2)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2022-05-17 · INC 22-067 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
jayco and entegra coach storage tips. instructions for storing jayco and entegra coach diesel pushers.
Suspension:rear:shock Absorber 2007-06-01 · 05-187 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
shock bottom studs may come in contact with the tires under the following situations: tires are low on pressure; vehicle axle capacity is exceeded, and vehicle is in a severe jack-knife condition. *pe
What owners report
2010-07-09 · Wheels · 3 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge ram 2500 hitched to a 2005 jayco talon trailer. the contact was driving approximately 3 to 4 mph, attempting to make a left turn when the front driver side tire exploded without warning. the contact stated that the failure was contributed to the wheel. the tire was replaced with a spare. the jayco trailer does not d…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.