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1998 Jayco Eagle recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1998 Jayco Eagle. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Jayco dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1998 Jayco Eagle recalls, newest first

August 30, 2006NHTSA 06V3200006,285 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary
On certain motor homes built on Ford chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Consequence
Overheating could result in smoke or burning, and in an underhood fire.
Remedy
Ford is conducting this recall (please see 06V286) and will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 or jayco at 1-800-283-8267.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 20, 2000NHTSA 00V38200010,956 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
Vehicle description: folding campers. A flexible brake hose is not clamped in a position away from the tire, which can lead to chaffing of the hose causing a leak of hydraulic fluid.
Consequence
This could result in a loss of trailer brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will add a clamp to the brake hose.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 9, 2000NHTSA 99V28700214,870 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer

Summary
Vehicle description: fold down trailers which use gas/electric absorption refrigerators supplied by norcold. The swivel nut which is an integral connection component of a pressure tap device has "stress corrosion cracking."
Consequence
This cracking can lead to an open fracture in the brass nut, potentially allowing propane gas to leak.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the swivel nut/pressure tap component and replace with a remedy kit.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 3, 1998NHTSA 98V03900072 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
Vehicle description: travel trailers. A spacer tube on the frame was omitted. This spacer tube allows adequate clearance between the tire and wheel well.
Consequence
The tire could be damaged and/or blow out from contact with the wheel well increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will install a dexter axle kit which will reverse the spring orientation to gain the clearance needed.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 1, 1997NHTSA 97V190003158 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear

Summary
Vehicle description: travel and folding trailers equipped with dexter axles. The wheel bearings used in some of these axles have a metallurgical defect causing early failure.
Consequence
A wheel bearing failure could result in the loss of the wheel end from the axle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dexter axle is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will inspect the axles and replace the wheel bearings if necessary.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1998 Jayco Eagle with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Seat belts2
  2. Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner1
  3. Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer1
  4. Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer › LPG systems › Water heater1
  5. Seats1

Other Jayco Eagle years

Other 1998 Jayco models

Most recalled 1998 vehicles

  1. 1998 Honda Accord (19 recalls)
  2. 1998 Ford F-150 (18 recalls)
  3. 1998 Honda Civic (18 recalls)
  4. 1998 Dodge Ram (17 recalls)
  5. 1998 Blue Bird TC2000 (17 recalls)
All of 1998’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1998 Jayco Eagle have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, service brakes, hydraulic, equipment, electrical system, structure, suspension. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1998 Jayco Eagle recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Jayco dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1998 Jayco Eagle?
7 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.