- The problem
- Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Fifth Wheel Seismic and 2015 Pinnacle trailers. The trailers were built with 6,000lb capacity axles instead of 7,000lb axles as intended.
- The risk
- The underrated axles may result in the trailer being overloaded, possibly causing the operator to lose control of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axles and leaf springs, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901506.
Vehicle safety record
2014 Jayco Seismic Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2014 Jayco Seismic with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in February 2020 for the non-powered axle assembly. For comparison, the 2013 has 2 and the 2015 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Seismic year, for its age
#405 most complained-about 2014 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2014 Jayco Seismic problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2014 Jayco Seismic recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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 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.
- The problem
- Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Seismic Pinnacle and Eagle Premier recreational trailers manufactured April 3, 2013, to February 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a rivet for the quad entry steps may shear and fail, causing the steps to give when being used.
- The risk
- If the rivet shears under occupant load, the occupant may fall, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- The fix
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective rivets with bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2015. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2014 Jayco Seismic
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 jayco seismic rv. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was discovered that all four tires were worn and damaged. The contact indicated that the new tires and rims were recently installed on to the trailer. The rv was taken to grisham industries inc located at 13629 110th ave. Davenport ia 52804, who diagnosed that the cause of the failures were due to a damaged and cracked central beam suspension. The rv was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact indicated that the failure occurred after the axle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 20v091000 (suspension) the failure mileage was 500.
Jayco Seismic: every year compared
All Seismic years2014 Jayco Seismic vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Jayco Seismic | 1 | 3 | C | |
| 2014 Jayco Eagle Premier | 4 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Jayco Pinnacle | 2 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Jayco Jay Flight Swift | 1 | 3 | - | Compare |
| 2014 Jayco White Hawk | 1 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Jayco Precept | 1 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Jayco Greyhawk | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2014 Jayco Eagle | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2014 Jayco Melbourne Class C | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2014 Jayco Seismic
Does the 2014 Jayco Seismic have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 Jayco Seismic: non-powered axle assembly (February 2020); equipment (November 2017); recreational vehicle / trailer (May 2015). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Jayco Seismic?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2014 Jayco Seismic had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 6, 2020 and the latest on July 6, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2014 Jayco Seismic a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 57 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Jayco Seismic year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Jayco Seismic years have the most complaints?
2013 (2), 2014 (1). See every Jayco Seismic year compared.
What should I do if my 2014 Jayco Seismic has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data