2018 Jayco Octane problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Jayco Octane.
Body type
- Trailer · Utility Trailer: 1 of 1 decoded VINs
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.
Recalls filed by Jayco
Equipment #18V460000 · 2018 · 62 units
Problem: Jayco Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2018 Jayco Octane travel trailers, models vh and vf, equipped with an optional generator. During production, the generator exhaust pipe may not have been installed, allowing the generator's exhaust to enter the trailer.
Risk: If exhaust were to enter the trailer, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Jayco has notifed owners, and dealers will install any missing generator exhaust pipes, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901406.
Equipment #21V425000 · 2021 · 87,649 units
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Jayco Octane have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls filed by Jayco for the 2018 Octane. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2018 Jayco Octane problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is equipment.