- 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
2006 Jayco Seneca Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2006 Jayco Seneca with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (3) and the equipment & accessories (1). It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2005 has 0 and the 2007 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Seneca year, for its age
#286 most complained-about 2006 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2006 Jayco Seneca problems
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2006 Jayco Seneca recalls 4
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.
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4 complaints about the 2006 Jayco Seneca
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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...
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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
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
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.
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...
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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
Jayco Seneca: every year compared
All Seneca years2006 Jayco Seneca vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Jayco Seneca | 4 | 4 | D | |
| 2006 Jayco Jay Feather | 3 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2006 Jayco Recon | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2006 Jayco Seneca
Does the 2006 Jayco Seneca have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2006 Jayco Seneca: equipment (November 2017); cables (May 2008); lpg systems (May 2008); trailer hitches (January 2007). 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 2006 Jayco Seneca?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (3), equipment & accessories (1), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2006 Jayco Seneca had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 2, 2007 and the latest on September 10, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2006 Jayco Seneca a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 33 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 2006 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