2007 Jayco Seneca problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (1) · Service Brakes (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2017-11-21 · campaign 17V746000 · 49,563 vehicles
Defect: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling various 2002-2016 recreational vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V746-9524.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the v
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Service bulletins (2)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2022-05-17 · INC 22-067 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
jayco and entegra coach storage tips. instructions for storing jayco and entegra coach diesel pushers.
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System 2008-06-01 · TSB-07-009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
jayco motorhome service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. storage compartment exhaust heat exposure. the exhaust heat under heavy loads may cause the passenger side storage compartment to deform. csc letter was received. *pe
What owners report
2020-08-13 · Service Brakes · 92,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 jayco seneca motorhome installed on a 2006 chevy 5000 series chassis. the contact stated that the abs warning light illuminated intermittently and then remained illuminated. the contact had an independnent mechanic attempt to scan the issue with a handheld device. the contact stated that the scan tool was unable to detec…”
2015-01-30 · Suspension · 32,000 mi“while on a trip to florida, the rear of the motorhome was sagging and swayed terribly over un-even pavement and in wind gusts. upon my return home, i did some research and figured that the chassis is undersprung causing handling and safety issues. the manufacturer has upgraded the springs on identical model coaches from 15,000 lb springs to 19,0…”
2008-04-11 · Electrical System · 16,000 mi · 🔥 fire“my 2007 jayco seneca motor-home was left at an arizona dealer for warranty repairs. while at the dealership and approximately two weeks after i dropped it off the motor-home started on fire while turned off and parked. it has been determined that a main wiring harness in the rear battery compartment rubbed through the protective coating and ca…”
2008-03-19 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · 13,000 mi“11/13/ 2007 gauges began to light up or not work. condition has only gotten worse, leading to the power train fuse to blow while driving, leaving me with no power steering and little brakes. the cluster goes, i only have the speedometer working, which affects my exhaust brakes and my electric brakes that control my trailer. god forbid if the fus…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.