CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Jayco Precept has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (3 reports).
2017 Jayco Precept recalls
Brake Lines Can Melt From Exhaust Heat, Causing Brake Loss
Some Jayco Precept motorhomes built on Ford F53 chassis may have hydraulic brake lines routed too close to the exhaust without a heat shield.
Missing Fuse Can Overheat Wiring and Cause Fire
The blower motor electrical circuit may be missing its 25-amp fuse.
Brake fluid leak can lengthen stopping distance
Some 2017 motorhomes may be missing ball plugs in the brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
Driver seat can detach while driving, risking loss of control
Certain motorhomes built between October 2014 and June 2016 have a driver seat that can loosen and separate from its base, especially after the seat has been swiveled around.
Most common 2017 Jayco Precept problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Jayco Precept built on a 2016 Ford Motorhome Chassis. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, there was smoke coming from the rear of the RV. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway and stopped the RV. The RV was towed to the local repair center, where it was diagnosed and determined that hydraulic fluid had leaked onto the exhaust pipes, causing the smoke. The contact was informed that several support welds had fractured and caused the hydraulic fluid lines to fail and leak hydraulic fluid. Additionally, the mechanic informed the contact that several support welds located at the rear of the RV had sheared off, causing the body of the RV to l
I recently purchased a used Jayco Precept 31 UL motorhome that is on a Ford F53 chassis. After the purchase I found that the vehicle handled very dangerously when being passed by a large trucks, or when there were crosswinds or medium strength winds. The problem was bad enough the I narrowly avoided accidents caused by being pushed around by passing 18 wheel trucks or crosswinds, or both. After doing some research on this vehicle, and others on the Ford F53 chassis I found that these handling issues are the number one problem with these units. I subsequently had to invest over $6K to correct these handling problems as they were the result of the ineffective stock suspension configuration
I purchased a 2017 Jayco Precept 36T on 9/16/2017 and have had issues with it, most that have been handled by Jayco, including a slideout. However, the Windshield Wipers have been a problem for the last 3 years that I have owned it. The Driver's Side Wiper, when being operated, goes too far to the side and goes off the vehicle, flopping off to the side. Camping World has tried to repair it several times, supposedly with Jayco's help, and has failed every time. Open Roads tried to repair it and failed on their first attempt. I am taking it back to them and verifying that they contact Jayco for help in repairing it correctly.
The exhaust is melting the rear wheel liner and damaging the rear wheel
DRIVERS WINDSHIELD WIPER FLOPS ALL THE WAY TO THE FAR LEFT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND PAST THE EDGE OF THE WINDSHIELD, CATCHING AND MARRING THE WINDOW AND FLIPPING THE WIPER ARM MAKING IT USELESS. CANNOT USE THE WIPER.*DT*JB
2017 Jayco Precept questions
Does the 2017 Jayco Precept have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Jayco Precept: Brake Lines Can Melt From Exhaust Heat, Causing Brake Loss; Missing Fuse Can Overheat Wiring and Cause Fire; Brake fluid leak can lengthen stopping distance; Driver seat can detach while driving, risking loss of control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jayco Precept?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (3), Engine (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Jayco Precept 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.