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2006 Jayco Seneca

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Sep 10, 2010
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Nov 21, 2017
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 4 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2006 Jayco Seneca, most frequently naming the engine, body & structure and other / unspecified categories. 4 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 2 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Engine360.0%
  • Body & structure120.0%
  • Other / unspecified120.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

4 campaigns cover this model year

View all 4

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
17V746000

EQUIPMENT

Nov 21, 2017
49,563 units potentially affected
The 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 valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
The risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The remedy: 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.
Jayco, Inc.View on NHTSA.gov
08V209000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

May 7, 2008
1,673 units potentially affected
The defect: JAYCO IS RECALLING 1,673 MY 2005-2008 SENECA MOTOR HOMES. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN OCCUR IF THE BATTERY CABLES WERE NOT TUCKED INTO THE COMPARTMENT IN A MANNER THAT DOES NOT ALLOW THE CABLES TO BE PINCHED BETWEEN THE BATTERY SLIDE TRAY AND THE COMPARTMENT DOOR.
The risk: IF THIS CONDITION IS NOT ADDRESSED, IT MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, INJURY OR DEATH.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE BATTERY CABLES TO THE REAR BATTERY AND REPOSITION A CLAMP TO PREVENT PINCHING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 26, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-574-825-5861.
JAYCO, INC.View on NHTSA.gov
08V207000

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS

May 6, 2008
1,265 units potentially affected
The defect: JAYCO IS RECALLING 1,265 MY 2005-2008 SENECA '35GS' AND MY 2007-2008 GREYHAWK '33DS' AND '32SS' MOTOR HOMES. THE CONDUIT CLAMP ON THE COPPER LIQUID PROPANE (LP) TUBE FEEDING THE SLIDE-0UT IS INCORRECTLY PLACED WHICH MAY ALLOW THE COPPER TUBE TO BEND AND POSSIBLY LEAK WITH THE MOVEMENT OF THE SLIDE-OUT.
The risk: IF THE COPPER TUBE CRACKED, PRESSURIZED LP GAS MAY ESCAPE INTO THE COMPARTMENT. THIS CONDITION, IF NOT ADDRESSED, MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, INJURY OR DEATH.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE CONDUIT CLAMP AND ADD A RUBBER GROMMET TO ALLOW ADHESION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 26, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAYCO AT 1-574-825-5861.
JAYCO, INC.View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Engine
Filed Sep 10, 2010

WHILE TRAVELING DOWNHILL, OVERDRIVE OFF, JAKE BRAKE ON, BRAKE APPLIED, WHEN TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED, HEARD LOUD BANG AND SAW BLACK PIECES BOUNCE OFF THE ROAD AND UP PAST DRIVER'S WINDOW. STOPPED VEHICLE AND FOUND HOLES IN FAN SHROUD, COOLANT DRAINING ON ROAD, HOLE IN FIBERGLASS HOOD, AND BLACK PLASTIC OBJECT LODGE INTO WIRE BUNDLE ON RIGHT SIDE. VEHICLE TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP WHERE FAN WAS FOUND TO HAVE SHED PLASTIC OUTER RING AND TOP SECTIONS OF BLADES. PLASTIC PIECES WERE SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND EMBEDDED IN RADIATOR, MULTIPLE HOLES IN FAN SHROUD, HALF DOLLAR SIZE HOLE AND HAND SIZE WEB OF FRACTURES IN THE HOOD FIBERGLASS. REPAIRS TO DATE INCLUDE REPLACEMENT OF RADIATOR, FAN AND FAN SHROUD, A RADIATOR HOSE, WIRES INSPECTED AND REPAIRED, THE HOOD IS STILL IN DISPUTE. GM HAS PAID FOR PARTS BUT INSISTS I PAY THE LABOR. I SUSPECT THE FAN WAS DEFECTIVE AND/OR THE JAKE BRAKE SYSTEM/TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED IMPROPERLY CAUSING THE FAN TO OVERSPEED AND DISINTEGRATE. I READ THE PREVIOUS POSTED INCIDENT FROM MAY 2009 AND RECOGNIZE THIS IS A RELATED EVENT. GM MECHANICS HAVE TOLD ME THIS HAS HAPPENED PREVIOUSLY BUT IT IS RARE. WHILE THIS MAYBE THE CASE THE POTENTIAL FOR SERIOUS DAMAGE/DEATH AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IS HIGH CONSIDERING THE PENETRATION OF METALS, FIBERGLASS AND HOSES IF ONE OF THE PROJECTILES RELEASED HAD HIT A BRAKE LINE. REPAIR SHOP KEPT PARTS. *TR

NHTSA ID
10354812
Incident
Aug 19, 2010
Mileage
24,500 mi
Engine
Filed Dec 20, 2007

ENGINE SHUT DOWN AFTER SHUTDOWN WARNING ALARM ENGAGED. NO RUNNING ISSUES UP TO THIS POINT. VEHICLE TOWED TO CHEVY MEDIUM DUTY TRUCK CENTER. NOTHING FOUND WRONG. *TR

NHTSA ID
10212460
Incident
Oct 22, 2007
Mileage
9,000 mi
Body & structureEngine
Filed Jul 12, 2007

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JAYCO SENECA HD 35GS MOTOR HOME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MAIN FRAME WELDS HAVE BEEN SPLICED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO DOG-TRACK. THE SLIDES ARE NOT CLOSING CORRECTLY AND DIESEL EXHAUST FUMES ARE ENTERING THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAS LEFT BLACK SMUT ON THE WALLS OF THE MOTOR HOME. GENERAL MOTORS STATED THAT THEY WILL NOT TOUCH ANY COMPONENT OF THESE DEFECTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. THE ENGINE SIZE, # OF CYLINDERS, AND POWERTRAIN WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 4,800.

NHTSA ID
10196216
Incident
Feb 1, 2006
Mileage
4,800 mi
Other / unspecified
Filed Apr 2, 2007

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JAYCO SENECA 34SS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRAILER HITCH BOLTS WERE CRACKED. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND REPLACED THE BOLTS. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE CLEAR. THERE WAS ANOTHER OCCURRENCE WHEN THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD SCRAPING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE BOLT WAS MISSING, AND ANOTHER ONE WAS BENT. THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED A NEW TRAILER HITCH TO THE CONTACT AS PART OF RECALL #07V005000. APPROXIMATELY SEVEN MONTHS LATER THE CONTACT NOTICED ANOTHER BOLT HAD CRACKED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO GO TO THE RV SHOP THAT INSTALLED THE REPLACEMENT HITCH SO THAT THEY COULD REPLACE THE BOLTS WITH HEAVY DUTY BOLTS. THE VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS 35000 MILES. *AK

NHTSA ID
10186768
Incident
Mar 5, 2007
Mileage
35,000 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

INC 22-067

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

JAYCO AND ENTEGRA COACH STORAGE TIPS. INSTRUCTIONS FOR STORING JAYCO AND ENTEGRA COACH DIESEL PUSHERS.

TSB-07-009

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

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

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Jayco Seneca by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027010—
2026000—
2025000—
2024000—
2023230—
2022350—
2021140—
2020130—
2019330—
2018030—
2017210—
2016010—
2015020—
2014030—
2013030—
2012020—
2011010—
2010020—
2009010—
2008340—
2007440—
2006Viewing440—
2005050—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.