- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2005 Jayco Seneca Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2005 Jayco Seneca have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Seneca year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2005 Jayco Seneca recalls 5
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 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 fix
- 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.
- The problem
- 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 fix
- 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.
- The problem
- On certain motor homes, the distance from the rear cap to the hitch receiver encourages the use of longer ball mounts and/or extensions. The longer the ball mount and/or extensions used, the greater the forces that are applied to the fasteners that attach the hitch to the main chassis rails. These increased forces exceed the allowable forces permitted in the fasteners. When this happens, the fasteners may stretch, loosen, or break causing an unsafe towing condition or separation of the hitch from the motor home.
- The risk
- This could result in separation of the towed vehicle from the motor home which could result in a crash, injury or death.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace all mounting hardware with hardware of a higher grade. The recall began on january 22, 2007. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
- The problem
- Certain motor homes built on chevrolet chassis were produced with a body wiring harness with no protective conduit in the area under the driver's feet to reduce the potential for harness wear. The body wiring harness includes sdm wiring that could be damaged from chafing and wear by the vehicle operators.
- The risk
- This could result in inadvertent air bag deployment. A person may receive minor injuries, such as abrasions, from contact with the bag.
- The fix
- General motors/chevrolet division is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Chevrolet will inspect the wiring harness for potential damage, repair or replace the harness if required, and add conduit to all harnesses. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
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Jayco Seneca: every year compared
All Seneca years2005 Jayco Seneca vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Jayco Seneca | 0 | 5 | D | |
| 2005 Jayco Jay Feather | 3 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Jayco Escapade | 2 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2005 Jayco Eagle | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Jayco Talon | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2005 Jayco Seneca
Does the 2005 Jayco Seneca have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2005 Jayco Seneca: equipment (November 2017); cables (May 2008); lpg systems (May 2008); trailer hitches (January 2007) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2005 Jayco Seneca had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2005 Jayco Seneca a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Jayco Seneca 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 Seneca years have the most complaints?
2006 (4), 2007 (4), 2008 (3). See every Jayco Seneca year compared.
What should I do if my 2005 Jayco Seneca 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