NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Jayco Seneca Recalls & Complaints
The 2021 Jayco Seneca has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Jayco dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 Jayco Seneca. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2021 Jayco Seneca owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Jayco Seneca, describing incidents dated May 14, 2021.
Most-cited components
- Engine 1 complaint
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
- Visibility/Wiper 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11416581 · Filed
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…
Windshield Wipers May Fail
NHTSA #23V477000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Linkages · NHTSA notice
Reported July 12, 2023 · Jayco, Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,205 vehicles
Jayco campaign DTNA FL969 23V-237 · Owners notified August 11, 2023
Defect description
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Entegra Coach Accolade, Accolade XL, Jayco Seneca, and Seneca Prestige recreational vehicles. The windshield wipers may fail, resulting in reduced driver visibility.
Safety consequence
Reduced driver visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Damaged Valve Stem May Cause Loss of Tire Pressure
NHTSA #22V121000 · Tires — Valve · NHTSA notice
Reported March 3, 2022 · Jayco, Inc.
Potentially affected: 2,643 vehicles
Jayco campaign FL912 21V-921 · Owners notified April 28, 2022
Defect description
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Seneca, Seneca Prestige, Entegra Accolade and Accolade XL motorhomes. The tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may come into contact with the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged.
Safety consequence
Damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC will remove the inner valve stem extension and stabilizer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2022. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is FL912 21V-921.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture
NHTSA #22V059000 · Steering — Linkages — Tie Rod Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported February 3, 2022 · Jayco, Inc.
Potentially affected: 81 vehicles
Jayco campaign 21V-256/21E029 · Owners notified March 28, 2022
Defect description
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Entegra Coach Accolade, Accolade XL, Jayco Seneca and Seneca Prestige Class C motorhomes. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Safety consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Daimler Trucks North America will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 21V-256/21E029.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Loose Tie Rod Clamps
NHTSA #22V053000 · Steering — Linkages — Tie Rod Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported February 2, 2022 · Jayco, Inc.
Potentially affected: 28 vehicles
Jayco campaign 21V-369 · Owners notified March 15, 2022
Defect description
Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Entegra Coach Accolade, Accolade XL, Jayco Seneca, and Seneca Prestige Class C motorhomes. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
Safety consequence
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Daimler Truck dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2022. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 21V-369.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Other Jayco Seneca model years
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