2021 Jayco Precept problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Jayco Precept.
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- Ford Motorhome Chassis (Incomplete - Stripped Chassis): 9 of 9 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2021 Motorhome Chassis
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Jayco recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Jayco
Equipment #20V662000 · 2020 · 165 units
Problem: Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain 2021 vision, emblem, vision xl, alante, precept, and precept prestige recreational vehicles, equipped with a power bedlift system. the bedlift motor may fail due to internal gear failure, causing the overhead bunk bed to release from the stowed position.
Risk: If the bed releases unexpectedly from the stowed position while moving, it could contact the driver and possibly block their vision, increasing the risk of a crash and injury.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed motor, free of charge. the recall began november 18, 2020. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. jayco's number for this recall is 9903525.
Engine #20V667000 · 2020 · 1,058 units
Problem: Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain 2020-2021 jayco alante, precept, entegra vision, 2021 jayco precept prestige, entegra vision xl, and emblem motorhomes built on a ford f-53 chassis. the engine covers may not contain sufficient heat insulation, causing the interior surface temperatures to be excessive.
Risk: Excessive surface temperatures can increase the risk of injury to the occupants.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional insulation insert, and a foam seal on the outer edge of the cover, free of charge. the recall began december 28, 2020. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. jayco's number for this recall is 9903527.
Equipment, Structure #22V297000 · 2022 · 332 units
Problem: Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain 2020-2022 jayco precept motorhomes. the heat shield beneath the storage compartment may not be long enough, which can allow the heat from the exhaust system to melt the storage compartment.
Risk: A storage compartment that melts can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will extend the heat shield, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 27, 2022. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Suspension #23V217000 · 2023 · 19 units
Problem: Jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 jayco atlante, precept, precept prestige, entegra emblem, vision, and vision xl motorhomes. the rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets may break and separate from the vehicle.
Risk: Brackets that separate from the vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the bolt tightness for both rear stabilizer attachment brackets and replace the weld nuts, bolts, and brackets as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 24, 2023. owners may contact jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. jayco's number for this recall is ford 22v-731.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 9 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Jayco Precept have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls filed by Jayco for the 2021 Precept. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2021 Jayco Precept problems?
In 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is visibility/wiper.