2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other North Point years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point. That is the most of any North Point model year in the database (10 years). The most reported problem area is suspension (7 complaints, 64%), typically at around 3,164 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 7 | 64% | 3,164 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 36% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 9% | 1,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems
Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jayco Designer, 2017-2021 Eagle HT, Eagle, Jay Feather, Jay Flight SLX, Jay Flight, North Point, Octane Superlite, Pinnacle, White Hawk, 2017-2020 Eagle HT, 2018-2021 Jay Flight Bungalow, 2017-2019 Octane, and 2019-2020 Eagle HTX travel trailers and fifth wheels equipped with a Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulator. The regulator may fail, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Risk: Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the regulator and test the propane system for leaks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly; suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly
Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2017 North Point fifth wheel trailers. The leaf springs in the front and rear suspension of the vehicle do not provide adequate load support and may allow the tires to contact the surrounding structure under certain dynamic load conditions.
Risk: Tires contact with the wheel well or surrounding structure may cause damage to the tire, or cause premature tire wear, and loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install a rubber bump stop into the top sides of the axles, as well as inspect the suspension and replace any defective leaf springs as necessary. Tires with visible damage will be replaced as well. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901513.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While traveling down the interstate, the right rear leaf spring broke causing the two right tires to rub and bellow black smoke. There is a Jayco recall on this, and Southaven RV claimed to have inspected it. Either Jayco is at fault for a weak recall or Southaven RV is at fault for not completing…
Our 2017 jayco northpoint 377rlbh is currently at the dealership for a recall issued by jayco on the suspension. The dealer, crain rv, found that 2 of the wheels are cracked and it is unsafe to tow until this issue is resolved. Jayco has verified that threaded wheel and tire company made the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 jayco northpoint rv. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the rear passenger's side tire on the trailer experienced a blowout. The contact called roadside assistance however, the mechanic was unable to place the spare tire on the trailer due a defective gusset…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JAYCO NORTHPOINT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V385000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. BLUE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JAYCO NORTHPOINT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V385000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAMPING WORLD (5117 US HWY 301 SOUTH HOPE MILL NC 28348; [redacted]) (1-[redacted])…
Other Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point years
← 2016 North Point · 2018 North Point →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 North Point | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 North Point | 3 | 1 |
| 2023 North Point | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 North Point | 3 | 3 |
| 2021 North Point | 2 | 6 |
| 2020 North Point | 3 | 4 |
| 2019 North Point | 1 | 4 |
| 2018 North Point | 3 | 2 |
| 2017 | 11 | 2 |
| 2016 North Point | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point?
Owners most often report suspension, wheels, electrical system problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel North Point a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other North Point model years, the 2017 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.