CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Equipment (2 reports).
2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic recalls
Propane regulator may fail, raising gas pressure and fire risk
Certain Jayco recreational vehicles equipped with Winntec model 6020 two-stage propane regulators may have a regulator that fails, causing an increase in propane pressure.
Brake Lines May Be Pinched or Cut, Reducing Braking
Certain Jayco Seismic fifth wheel trailers with optional hydraulic brakes may have had their brake lines routed incorrectly between the frame and axle.
Trailer Breakaway Switch May Not Apply Brakes
Certain 2017 Jayco Seismic and Seismic Wave fifth-wheel trailers with hydraulic brakes may have a breakaway switch that is not properly wired.
Underrated awning fuse can fail and cause an electrical fire
Certain Jayco Seismic travel trailers may have an underrated resettable fuse protecting the awning circuit that powers the LED lights.
Most common 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Equipment | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
SLIDE-OUT IN THE LIVING CONTINUES TO MALFUNCTION. THE WEIGHT ON THE SLIDE-OUT IS TO GREAT FOR THE MOTORS AND DESIGN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURE HAVE ADMITTED THIS BUT NEITHER PROVIDE REPAIR NOW THAT WARRANTY IS OVER. MY UNIT WAS IN REPAIR LONGER THEN I HAD IT DURING MY WARRANTY PERIOD.
THE BOLT IN THE FRONT AXLE HANGER BRACKET DISLODGED SOMEWHERE BETWEEN CHATTANOOGA TN AND MERIDIAN MS. I REALIZED THIS AS I WAS RE-TORQUING LUG NUTS AND NOTICED THAT THE BOLT WAS MISSING AND I HAD EXCESSIVE TREAD WEAR ON THE FRONT AXLE TIRES. FURTHER INSPECTION SHOWED DEFORMATION OF THE BOLT HOLE IN THE HANGER BRACKET. I CHECKED ALL OTHER NUTS AND BOLTS AND ALL WERE TIGHT. DURING THE REPAIR PROCESS THE NUT WAS REMOVED FROM THE OPPOSITE SIDE AND FOUND THAT THE HOLE IN THAT HANGER BRACKET IS ALSO DEFORMING BUT, CURRENTLY TO A LESSER DEGREE THAN THE ONE THAT FAILED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JAYCO SEISMIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EMITTED A STRONG TOXIC ODOR AROUND THE KITCHEN DRAIN AND CABINET AREAS. THE MANUFACTURER INSPECTED THE CAMPER AND FOUND THAT THE CAMPER'S DRAINING SYSTEM WAS NOT VENTING THROUGH THE ROOF. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TO BE EXPOSED AND FILLED WITH FORMALDEHYDE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN STORAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE DEVELOPED ALLERGY SYMPTOMS EVER SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED AND THE DOCTOR FOUND FORMALDEHYDE IN THE CONTACT'S LUNGS AND NASAL CAVITIES. THE CONTACT WAS RECEIVING TREATMENT FOR POISONING. THE DEA
2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic questions
Does the 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic: Propane regulator may fail, raising gas pressure and fire risk; Brake Lines May Be Pinched or Cut, Reducing Braking; Trailer Breakaway Switch May Not Apply Brakes; Underrated awning fuse can fail and cause an electrical fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (2), Suspension (1), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.