2021 Jayco Redhawk problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (3) · Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Structure:body:door (1)
Safety recalls (3)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2024-04-02 · campaign 24V245000 · 1,719 vehicles
Defect: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Entegra Esteem, Odyssey, and Jayco Greyhawk, Redhawk, and Greyhawk Prestige motorhomes. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and the hydro boost jumper line, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2024. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections 2022-05-03 · campaign 22V290000 · 36 vehicles
Defect: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jayco Greyhawk, Greyhawk Prestige, Redhawk, Entegra Esteem, and Odyssey recreational vehicles. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.
Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2022. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 22V-089.
Equipment:mechanical:integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer 2020-12-15 · campaign 20V780000 · 3,356 vehicles
Defect: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Greyhawk, Greyhawk Pestige, Redhawk, Redhawk SE, Odyssey, and Esteem motorhomes. The mounting brackets for the leveling system hydraulic pump and reservoir may fail, allowing the components to contact the ground.
Risk: Contact with the ground may cause the pump and reservoir to detach or leak hydraulic fluids, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install a new support bracket, free of charge. The recall began February 3, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903528.
Service bulletins (11)
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.
Engine 2026-02-19 · CAN 26-002 · Service Campaign
chassis advisory notice (can) - ford recall 25sc7_25v-793 engine cover insulation.
Electrical System 2025-05-20 · SRP 25-007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
standard repair instruction (srp) radio screen displays “no camera input error”. instruction on how to remove error message from screen.
Fuel System, Gasoline 2023-02-23 · SRP 22-083 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
standard repair procedure: 4k & 5.5k generator overheating â fuel hose protection. gas generators overheating while traveling. adding a heatshield sleeve to the fuel line running from the rear axle to the generator fuel line connection.
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 Adaptive/Mobility 2022-03-18 · SRP 22-044 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
standard repair instructions - schwintek slide-out system binding. instructions on how to repair slide out system.
Equipment 2022-02-22 · TSB 21-037 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
missing slideout wiper seals for travel lock opening may allow insects and dust to enter the vehicle. instructions on how to install missing slideout wiper seals.
Showing the 6 most recent of 11 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-11-18 · Steering“ford will not address two active recalls for our vehicle and we have been attempting to get the recalls addressed without success.…”
2022-11-03 · Structure:body:door · 9,000 mi“the contact owns a 2021 jayco redhawk rv. the contact stated that after the rv was purchased, he heard a loud squeaky sound coming from the rear door. there were no warning lights illuminated. the rv was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated; however, the contact was informed by the dealer that the door was previously replac…”
2022-06-15 · Vehicle Speed Control“i just pickup my 2021 jayco blackhawk 31f last friday, june 10, 2022, at 4 pm. i drove home for 35 mile from johnson rv in gilroy. on the way home, i has lost control of the car by wobbling around the freeway by run over a tiny bump. i call the rv dealership the same day, but they already closed. next day morning on saturday, i call them and they…”
2022-04-10 · Steering“we received the two recall notice letters from ford motor company, 20v795 & 22v089, for our 2021 jayco redhawk class c rv. upon receiving the first recall notice, 20v795, an appointment was made with our local ford dealer, spradley ford lincoln mercury, in pueblo, co, on oct 1, 2021 to have it inspected and recall taken care of. upon arrival that…”
2022-02-18 · Steering“i was driving slowly looking for an open gas station on a highwsy in va. i attempted to make a left hand turn when i heard a snapping sound. i then had a complete loss of power steering and braking capacity. i started rolling across the highway mashing the brakes and finally put my ebrake on stopping my rv. there were not any lights lit up on the d…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.