2013 Jayco JAY Feather Ultra Lite Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 11, 2014 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other JAY Feather Ultra Lite years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jayco JAY Feather Ultra Lite. That is the most of any JAY Feather Ultra Lite model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is latches/locks/linkages (1 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2013 Jayco JAY Feather Ultra Lite problems

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

Latches/locks/linkages1
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Latches/locks/linkages150%———
Unknown or Other150%———

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

2013 Jayco JAY Feather Ultra Lite recalls (1)

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EquipmentApr 30, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V168000 · 2,491 vehicles

Problem: Jayco is recalling certain model year 2013-14 Eagle Premiere, Jay Feather Ultra Lite, Jay Flight, Jay Flight Swift, Octane, and White Hawk; model year 2013 Eagle, Eagle HT, Jay Flight Bungalow, Jay Flight Destination, Pinnacle, Redhawk and Seismic; and model year 2014 Precept recreational vehicles. In these vehicles, if the awning installation sequence is not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged.

Risk: If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the awning motor free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2013. Owners may contact Jacyo at 1-800-283-8267 for more information.

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.

THIS 23M MODEL INCLUDES A MURPHY BED WHICH FOLDS UP INTO THE WALL. AS MY WIFE, [XXX] WAS TUCKING IN THE BOTTOM SHEET IN AT THE HEAD END OF THE BED IT FOLDED UP INTO THE WALL TRAPPING HER INSIDE. IF I HAD NOT BEEN THERE TO EXTRACT HER, SHE MIGHT HAVE DIED, TRAPPED. I HAVE SPOKEN WITH [XXX] AT JAYCO…

Unknown or Other · received Jul 11, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10609802

We received a recall notice from fastec industrial on the locks for our camping trailer. We applied for replacement parts as instructed in the notice. 90 days later we haven't received the replacement or any further communication after repeated attempts. *tr

Latches/locks/linkages · received May 11, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10587696

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Jayco JAY Feather Ultra Lite?

Owners most often report latches/locks/linkages, unknown or other problems. The top one, latches/locks/linkages, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Jayco JAY Feather Ultra Lite?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2013 Jayco JAY Feather Ultra Lite a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other JAY Feather Ultra Lite model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.