2009 Jayco Octane Sport Utility problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Electrical System 2012-09-14 · campaign 12V451000 · 1,596 vehicles
Defect: Jayco, Inc., (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 and 2011 Greyhawk Class C motorhomes, model year 2008-2011 Melbourne Class C motorhomes, and 2008-2010 Octane Sport Utility travel trailers manufactured from May 21, 2007, through September 10, 2010, equipped with Iota-brand transfer switches. These trailers may have an improper electrical connection at the buss bar on the affected transfer switches. This improper connection may lead to overheating and melting of the transfer switc
Risk: Overheating and melting of the transfer switch increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2012. Owners may contact Jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
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.
Equipment 2020-03-13 · INC 20-007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
informational bulletin for repair that requires the removal of pullout cabinet extension drawers.
What owners report
2013-07-08 · Suspension · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2009 jayco octane trailer. the contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, he smelled a strong burning rubber odor. the vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. the contact noticed damages within the lee spring and inner fender well. the vehicle resumed in operation cautiously. the vehicle had not been diagnosed…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.