- 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
2007 Jayco Seneca Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2007 Jayco Seneca with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (2) and the brakes (2). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in November 2017 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2006 has 4 and the 2008 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Seneca year, for its age
#289 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Jayco Seneca problems
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2007 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 2007 Jayco Seneca
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jayco seneca motorhome installed on a 2006 chevy 5000 series chassis. The contact stated that the abs warning light illuminated intermittently and then remained illuminated. The contact had an independnent mechanic attempt to scan the issue with a handheld device. The contact stated that the scan tool was unable to detect any fault codes. The abs computer eventually communicated with the other computer system showing the overall brake failure within the motorhome. The contact called the...
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chassis manufacturer and was told the control module for the abs had been placed on an international back order. The contact was given a case number. An unknown dealer suggested that the module needed to be replaced. The contact installed a used module on his own. The failure mileage was 92,000.
While on a trip to florida, the rear of the motorhome was sagging and swayed terribly over un-even pavement and in wind gusts. Upon my return home, I did some research and figured that the chassis is undersprung causing handling and safety issues. The manufacturer has upgraded the springs on identical model coaches from 15,000 lb springs to 19,000 lb springs at no charge. This was a design / build issue, not a faulty part. I phoned jayco who admitted that they had made this correction to other coaches, but were no longer doing so. It would appear to me that a recall should have been done to correct the design / build flaw. *Tr
My 2007 jayco seneca motor-home was left at an arizona dealer for warranty repairs. While at the dealership and approximately two weeks after I dropped it off the motor-home started on fire while turned off and parked. It has been determined that a main wiring harness in the rear battery compartment rubbed through the protective coating and caused a short starting the fire. The dealership subsequently checked another customers jayco motor-home and discovered the same problem existed but the wiring harness had...
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not yet rubbed through. My motor-home has substantial fire and smoke damage. Jayco is denying any responsible by stating to me that it is the customers responsibility to inspect wiring harnesses in concealed enclosed areas for rubbing. This wiring harness was in the same position as it was when the motor-home left the factory and the placement of the harness is a serious safety issue. The compartment where the fire occurred is right below the main bedroom in the motor-home. *Tr
11/13/ 2007 Gauges began to light up or not work. Condition has only gotten worse, leading to the power train fuse to blow while driving, leaving me with no power steering and little brakes. The cluster goes, I only have the speedometer working, which affects my exhaust brakes and my electric brakes that control my trailer. God forbid if the fuse blows while in the mountains with a trailer. *Tr
Jayco Seneca: every year compared
All Seneca years2007 Jayco Seneca vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Jayco Seneca | 4 | 4 | D | |
| 2007 Jayco Jay Feather | 3 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Jayco Jay Flight | 3 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Jayco Greyhawk | 3 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Jayco Eagle | 2 | 3 | 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 2007 Jayco Seneca
Does the 2007 Jayco Seneca have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 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 2007 Jayco Seneca?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (2), brakes (2), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Jayco Seneca had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 19, 2008 and the latest on August 13, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Jayco Seneca a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 29 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 2007 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