Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2021 Jayco Seneca peaked in 2021, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2021 Jayco Seneca
Other, 4x2, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from May 14, 2021 to May 14, 2021.
Recall campaigns covering this model year43,957 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2021 other
Severity index0.02021 others average 7.1
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2021 Jayco Seneca name engine and cooling
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
4 recall campaigns cover the 2021 Jayco Seneca
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V-477 | Jul 12, 2023 | Windshield wipers may fail, resulting in reduced driver visibility | Visibility and wipers | 1,205 | Part replacement |
| 22V-121 | Mar 3, 2022 | Tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may come into contact with the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged | Tires | 2,643 | Not stated |
| 22V-059 | Feb 3, 2022 | Steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture | Steering | 81 | Part replacement |
| 22V-053 | Feb 2, 2022 | Tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach | Steering | 28 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2021 Jayco Seneca
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 14, 2021Failure May 14, 20218,915 milesLake Havasu City, AZGas recirculation valve (egr valve), Fuel/propulsion system, Visibility/wiper
THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 JAYCO SENECA PRESTIGE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, SHE SMELLED DIESEL FUMES INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED RICK'S RV CHICAGO (4360 W JEFFERSON ST, JOLIET, IL 60431, (815)725-4061) AND MADE THE DEALER AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MOTORHOME WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 8,915
NHTSA complaint 11416581
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
7 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- SRP 22-074 Sep 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Standard repair procedure (SRP) - Filon roof damage repair instructions. - SRP 22-064 Jul 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENTRANCE DOOR MAGNETIC HOLDER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. - INC 22-067 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
JAYCO AND ENTEGRA COACH STORAGE TIPS. INSTRUCTIONS FOR STORING JAYCO AND ENTEGRA COACH DIESEL PUSHERS. - SRP 22-046 Feb 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESETTING LEVELING SYSTEM “ZERO POINT” - INC 21-038 Oct 5, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Equalizer leveling jack manual override procedure. INSTRUCTIONS FOR OVERRIDE MODE ON EQUALIZER LEVELING SYSTEM. - SRP 21-028 Aug 25, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Standard Repair Procedure - Overhead Bunk Rail Support Securement. - INC 21-021 Jun 25, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Informational Communication regarding _TERMINATION VALVE HANDLE LOCATIONS; GREY & BLACK TANK.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.