01 How to read this page
Two thirds of towable buyers buy used, and a brochure for the current model year says nothing about the one on the lot. This page buckets every federal record we hold for the Jayco White Hawk by the model year NHTSA assigns to it, so a 2005 unit can be read on its own terms.
A recall campaign is a manufacturer-filed safety campaign. One campaign usually covers several model years, so the same campaign can appear in more than one row below; the totals in the summary count each campaign once.
An owner complaint is one filing by one owner. It is an allegation, not a finding, and NHTSA does not verify it before publishing. Complaints and recalls are different things and are never added together.
02 Year by year, 2005 to 2023
| Model year | Recall campaigns | Owner complaints | Complaints citing fire | Complaints citing a crash | Complaints reporting injury |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2006 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2007 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2008 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2009 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2010 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 1 | 4 | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 4 | 1 | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 1 |
| 2016 | 3 | 5 | — | — | — |
| 2017 | 4 | 2 | — | — | — |
| 2018 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 8 | 4 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 5 | 6 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
Range is the span of the federal record for this line, not a production span. Every record we hold for this line falls inside the range shown.
03 What the record adds up to
Across 19 model years of records, the busiest recall year is 2019 with 8 campaigns, and the busiest complaint year is 2020 with 6 filings. Complaint counts keep accruing for years after a unit is sold.
The component groups named most often in recall campaigns on this line are Equipment (8), Electrical system (3) and Suspension (3).
Owner complaints cluster on Suspension (9), Equipment (6) and Service brakes (4).
Of the 32 complaints on file, 0 cite a fire, 0 cite a crash and 1 report an injury. Those three fields are the owner’s own answers on the filing form.
18 of the 19 campaigns are matched on NHTSA’s own model field. The other 1 names this line in the recall text only, which is a weaker match and is labelled below.
04 The record, year by year
Model year 2023
2 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Nov 2023 | 23V752000 | Structure | An incorrectly labeled window can prevent or delay an emergency evacuation, increasing the risk of injury. |
| 31 Aug 2022 | 22V659000 | Equipment | In the event of a gas leak, gas can build up inside the concealed area, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Complaints on 2023 units name Visibility (1).
Model year 2022
3 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug 2022 | 22V659000 | Equipment | In the event of a gas leak, gas can build up inside the concealed area, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 31 Mar 2022 | 22V212000 | Electrical system | Loose wiring can cause an electrical arc or short, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 2 Sep 2021 | 21V685000 named in text | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Complaints on 2022 units name Wheels (1).
Model year 2021
3 recall campaigns on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sep 2021 | 21V685000 named in text | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 15 Jun 2021 | 21V449000 | Equipment | An ungrounded metallic electrical box can cause an electrical shock, increasing the risk of injury. |
| 4 Jun 2021 | 21V425000 | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Model year 2020
5 recall campaigns and 6 owner complaints on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sep 2021 | 21V685000 named in text | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 4 Jun 2021 | 21V425000 | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 17 Mar 2021 | 21V184000 | Equipment | A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire. |
| 10 Dec 2019 | 19V873000 | Structure | In the event of an emergency, occupants may not be able to exit through the escape window, increasing risk of injury. |
| 9 Jul 2019 | 19V516000 | Service brakes, electric | If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the breakaway switch may not activate the trailer brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Complaints on 2020 units name Equipment (2), Suspension (2), Structure (1) and Unknown OR other (1).
Model year 2019
8 recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sep 2021 | 21V685000 named in text | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 4 Jun 2021 | 21V425000 | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 17 Mar 2021 | 21V184000 | Equipment | A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire. |
| 10 Dec 2019 | 19V873000 | Structure | In the event of an emergency, occupants may not be able to exit through the escape window, increasing risk of injury. |
| 9 Jul 2019 | 19V516000 | Service brakes, electric | If the trailer separates from the tow vehicle, the breakaway switch may not activate the trailer brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 30 Nov 2018 | 18V851000 | Suspension | If the bearings overheat, the hub may fail, affecting handling and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 12 Sep 2018 | 18V618000 | Suspension | The missing bearing race may cause premature hub bearing failure, possibly resulting in a separation of the hub from the axle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 5 Jul 2018 | 18V449000 | Equipment | If the ladder steps do not remain properly secured when stepped on, the user may fall, increasing the risk of injury. |
Complaints on 2019 units name Equipment (3) and Service brakes (1).
Model year 2018
2 recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sep 2021 | 21V685000 named in text | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 4 Jun 2021 | 21V425000 | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Complaints on 2018 units name Suspension (3) and Structure (1).
Model year 2017
4 recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sep 2021 | 21V685000 named in text | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 4 Jun 2021 | 21V425000 | Equipment | Increased propane pressure can enlarge the flames in gas appliances, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| 1 May 2017 | 17V290000 | Interior lighting | The excessive heat from the LED ceiling lights may increase the risk of a fire. |
| 27 Jul 2016 | 16V560000 | Electrical system | A loss of trailer brakes may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Complaints on 2017 units name Service brakes (1) and Structure (1).
Model year 2016
3 recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
| 27 Jul 2016 | 16V560000 | Electrical system | A loss of trailer brakes may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 17 Mar 2016 | 16V158000 | Suspension | If the trailer is loaded to the capacity listed on the label, trailer handling may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Complaints on 2016 units name Suspension (3), Service brakes (1) and Wheels (1).
Model year 2015
2 recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
| 31 Jul 2014 | 14V468000 | Tires | A tire that rubs against the outrigger may result in premature wear of the tire or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Complaints on 2015 units name Equipment (1), Structure (1) and Tires (1).
Model year 2014
4 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
| 31 Jul 2014 | 14V468000 | Tires | A tire that rubs against the outrigger may result in premature wear of the tire or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 4 Jun 2013 | 13V241000 | Electrical system | If the converter is not properly grounded to the frame, there may be an excessive buildup of heat and melting of the wiring, possibly resulting in a fire. |
| 30 Apr 2013 | 13V168000 | Equipment | 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… |
Complaints on 2014 units name Tires (1).
Model year 2013
2 recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
| 30 Apr 2013 | 13V168000 | Equipment | 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… |
Complaints on 2013 units name Wheels (1).
Model year 2012
1 recall campaign and 4 owner complaints on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
Complaints on 2012 units name Service brakes (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1) and Vehicle speed control (1).
Model year 2011
1 recall campaign on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
Model year 2010
1 recall campaign on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
Model year 2009
1 recall campaign on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
Model year 2008
1 recall campaign on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
Model year 2007
1 recall campaign on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
Model year 2006
1 recall campaign on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
Model year 2005
1 recall campaign on file.
| Reported | Campaign | Component | What can go wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2017 | 17V746000 | Equipment | In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
05 Where the numbers come from
Recall campaigns come from NHTSA’s recall record, read two ways: the public API and a direct read of NHTSA’s complete recall flat file. Owner complaints come from a direct read of the complete complaint flat file. Both are attributed on NHTSA’s own model field, never on owner free text — several of our line names are ordinary English words and one of them is a US state, so matching prose would attribute thousands of unrelated filings.
Model-year bucketing uses the year NHTSA records against each affected-vehicle row. Where a campaign covers several years it appears in each of those years and is counted once in the totals.
The specification side of this catalog documents 9 floorplans of the Jayco White Hawk in full, for the 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 model years — verified weights, capacities and dimensions on the Jayco White Hawk line page.
Safety information here is a summary of public records and is not a substitute for NHTSA’s own listing. Check an individual trailer by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.