- The problem
- Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Seneca Class C motorhomes. The mounting brackets for the leveling system hydraulic pump and reservoir may fail, allowing the components to contact the ground.
- The risk
- Contact with the ground may cause the pump and reservoir to detach or leak hydraulic fluids, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install an updated support bracket. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903529.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Jayco Seneca Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2017 Jayco Seneca with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the fuel system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in December 2020 for the integrated jack / leveler / stabilizer. For comparison, the 2016 has 0 and the 2018 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Seneca year, for its age
#335 most complained-about 2017 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2017 Jayco Seneca problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2017 Jayco Seneca recalls 1
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
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2017 Jayco Seneca
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The forward over cab section is separating from the primary house box because of extremely poor designed/engineered assembly process. The cheep screws used in production are breaking.
Issue 1. RV plumbing system poorly designed and installed allowing Grey-water tank damage and unsafe and unsanitary sewage leak. The Grey-water tank was not engineered with close enough tolerance in the mounting structure to prevent shifting during normal driving conditions allowing the tank to uncouple from the mounting rails, breaking the plumbing fixtures and allowing sewage to spill in the plumbing compartment. The tank was also engineered without a support structure under the tank as a supplemental support. ...
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The authorized dealer diagnostic inspection and estimate of repair supports the lack of engineering standards. Issue 2. The on-board generator system fuel lines are routed over the top of the chassis lead-acid batteries. This is not logical, safe or prudent. In a collision, a battery short could cause a catastrophic fuel-fed fire.
Jayco Seneca: every year compared
All Seneca years2017 Jayco Seneca vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Jayco Seneca | 2 | 1 | B | |
| 2017 Jayco Alante | 7 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Jayco Precept | 7 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Jayco Greyhawk | 4 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2017 Jayco Redhawk | 1 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Jayco Embark | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2017 Jayco Melbourne Class C | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2017 Jayco Jay Flight Bungalow | 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 2017 Jayco Seneca
Does the 2017 Jayco Seneca have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Jayco Seneca: integrated jack / leveler / stabilizer (December 2020). 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 2017 Jayco Seneca?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2017 Jayco Seneca had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 26, 2021 and the latest on March 2, 2025. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2017 Jayco Seneca a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer 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 2017 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