Recall 15V259 covers 2 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle trailers for wheel studs that break. Free repair at franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealers once available.
Jayco Fifth Wheel is recalling 2 2016 Eagle trailers because wheel studs used to attach the wheels to the axle hubs can break. If the studs fail, a wheel can detach and raise crash risk; the Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The wheel studs on a 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle trailer are the threaded metal posts that hold each wheel to the axle hub. The axle hub supports the wheel, and the studs clamp the wheel in place when the lug nuts are tightened. That connection has to stay solid while the trailer carries weight and rolls over the road.
On the affected trailers, the studs used on certain axle hubs have a metal condition called tempered martensitic embrittlement. In plain terms, the metal became brittle during manufacturing. A brittle stud has less ability to handle normal road loads, so it can break instead of holding clamping force at the wheel.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would not have a reliable dashboard light, sound, or handling change that confirms a stud is about to break.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the wheel studs break, a wheel can detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Keep trips limited until the recall work is done, and contact the dealer for guidance before longer travel. Repair will be free at any franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to ask when the free wheel-hub replacement that addresses breakable wheel studs is available for your trailer.
- Reference recall number 15V259 and Jayco recall 9901238 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until Jayco or the dealer confirms the wheel-hub repair path for your VIN.
- Keep the recall notice with your trailer records and bring it to the dealer visit.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Jayco Fifth Wheel technician will replace any affected wheel hub free of charge. The work is focused on the wheel hub and wheel-attaching hardware, since the recall involves studs that attach the wheels to the axle hubs. The filing does not show the dealer repair as available yet, so do not treat it as ready to schedule until Jayco or the dealer confirms it. If your VIN is included, ask the dealer when the free hub replacement opens.
Timeline
| May 4, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 15, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| June 15, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 15, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 15, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V259?
Recall 15V259 covers 2 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle trailers with wheel studs that can break where the wheels attach to the axle hubs. If the studs break, a wheel can detach and increase crash risk. Dealers replace any affected wheel hub for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Jayco Fifth Wheel Eagle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 15V259. If it is, contact a franchised Jayco Fifth Wheel dealer to schedule the wheel hub inspection and replacement. Reference recall 15V259 or Jayco Fifth Wheel recall number 9901238 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V259, the dealer replaces any affected wheel hub free of charge, with parts and labor covered through the recall repair process.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel separation while the trailer is being towed. The recall says the wheel studs can break at the axle hub, which can let the wheel detach from the trailer and increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN before towing farther.
When did Jayco Fifth Wheel notify owners about this recall?
Jayco Fifth Wheel began the recall on June 15, 2015. If you bought the trailer used or never received a notice, the VIN still decides whether recall 15V259 applies. You can also reference Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service at 1-800-283-8267 when arranging dealer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V259000 |
|---|---|
| Jayco Fifth Wheel customer service | 1-800-283-8267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V259 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V259000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →