Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2019 Jayco Precept
The 2019 Jayco Precept has a few notable issues with the electrical system, wheels, and windshield wipers. It's crucial to check for past recalls, as some defects can pose serious safety risks. A thorough inspection and test drive are highly recommended to ensure any previous issues have been addressed.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 Jayco Precept has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21V204000 Stove Saddle Valves May Leak Gas NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V270000 Blower Motor Circuit May Overheat NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V689000 Improperly Heat Treated Front Wheel Studs NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V451000 Incorrect Cargo Capacity Information/FMVSS 120 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V445000 Wiper Arms Lift Away from Windshield/FMVSS 104 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V297000 Windshield Wiper System Failure/FMVSS 104 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 3 complaints
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Together, the 4 complaints on file report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Blower motor circuit overheating
How to check: Ensure a 25amp fuse is installed in blower circuit.
Gas leak in stove
How to check: Check for gas smell near stove area.
Wiper arms lift at speed
How to check: Inspect wiper arms for lift signs at highway speeds.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual noises or smells from engine.
Red flag: Persistent engine noise or gas smell.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check HVAC blower operates properly.
Red flag: Blower malfunction or wiring smoke.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Monitor windshield wiper function at various speeds.
Red flag: Wipers not clearing windshield effectively.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure smooth ride and no wheel wobble.
Red flag: Vibrations or steering wheel shaking.
- 05
Braking test
What to check: Check for noise or vibrations when braking.
Red flag: Noticeable brake noise or pedal vibration.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the blower motor fuse been installed?
- Were any recalls serviced at a dealership?
- Have there been issues with the stove or gas?
- Have the windshield wipers been repaired?
- Are there any outstanding recalls on this unit?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall service records
- Maintenance history
- Title and registration
- Owner's manual
- Warranty paperwork
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Jayco Precept at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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