2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 7, 2024 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Pinnacle years
Not enough data 3rd of 11 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle. That ranks 3rd out of 11 Pinnacle model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is equipment (1 complaints, 33%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Equipment1
Structure1 · ~12,000 mi
Suspension1 · ~8,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Equipment133%———
Structure133%12,000——
Suspension133%8,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2021, with 2 complaints
2021: 2202122024: 120241

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle recalls (3)

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Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systemsJun 4, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V425000 · 87,649 vehicles

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.

Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakersMar 5, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V173000 · 1,660 vehicles

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019 Jayco North Point and Pinnacle fifth wheel trailers equipped with Carefree Altitude Series awnings. The awning circuit incorrectly has a 15amp fuse instead of a 5amp one.

Risk: In the event of a short circuit, the incorrect fuse can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will replace the 15amp fuse with a 5amp fuse, free of charge. The recall began on March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901428.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:tank assemblyJun 1, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V364000 · 612 vehicles

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Eagle, Eagle HT, NorthPoint, Pinnacle, Talon and Seismic fifth-wheel recreational trailers. The strap that secures the liquid propane (LP) gas bottle may separate from its buckle and no longer secure the propane tank.

Risk: An unsecured propane tank could detach from the trailer and increase the risk of a crash or leak propane and increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the propane tank securing strap with a new strap that has the correct crimping, free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901385.

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.

The contact owns a 2019 Jayco Pinnacle. The contact stated that the frame where the pin box connects to the 5th wheel hitch was built in a way that caused damage to the side wall of the fiberglass. The side wall area began to fracture. The RV was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the…

Structure · received Mar 7, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11576070

The contact owns a 2019 Jayco Pinnacle. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V425000 (Equipment). The dealer had been notified about the recall; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The manufacturer had been notified…

Equipment · received Sep 23, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11434013

The contact owns a 2019 Jayco Pinnacle. The contact noticed that the shackles and leaf spring was fractured and failed. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic was unable to provide a diagnostic test. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where…

Suspension · received Sep 20, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11433579

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle?

Owners most often report equipment, structure, suspension problems. The top one, equipment, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 Jayco Fifth Wheel Pinnacle a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Pinnacle model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.