2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Seismic years
- Not enough data 2nd of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic. That ranks 2nd out of 12 Seismic model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 8,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 50% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 50% | 10,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Fifth Wheel Seismic and 2015 Pinnacle trailers. The trailers were built with 6,000lb capacity axles instead of 7,000lb axles as intended.
Risk: The underrated axles may result in the trailer being overloaded, possibly causing the operator to lose control of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the axles and leaf springs, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901506.
Equipment
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
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Seismic Pinnacle and Eagle Premier recreational trailers manufactured April 3, 2013, to February 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a rivet for the quad entry steps may shear and fail, causing the steps to give when being used.
Risk: If the rivet shears under occupant load, the occupant may fall, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective rivets with bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2015. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2015 Seismic 19A, 19E, and 19F fifth wheel trailers manufactured June 2, 2014, to July 24, 2014. The affected vehicles may have incorrect cargo carrying capacity (CCC) information printed on the CCC Label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information For Motor Vehicles With a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
Risk: If the user overloads the trailer by following the incorrect information on CCC label, it could affect drivability and cause premature tire wear or tire failure, increasing the risk of of a crash.
Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing CCC Label with a corrected CCC Label, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901219.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The rear spring hanger brackets broke, which lets the axels wobble and can cause the camper to loose control. We noticed this at campgrounds and had to have them replaced with new thicker brackets. Driver's side was in july passenger side was in september. Original brackets are 3/16" thick metal…
The slide mechanism completely failed in the dealer shop. Complaints where documented for 12 months prior to the failure. The slide completely fell out of opening, the rv was not in motion at the time of failure, however if this had happened during transport what effect would it had on public…
Other Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Seismic | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 Seismic | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Seismic | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Seismic | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 Seismic | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 Seismic | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 Seismic | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 Seismic | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 Seismic | 1 | 4 |
| 2017 Seismic | 3 | 4 |
| 2016 Seismic | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | 2 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic?
Owners most often report suspension, unknown or other problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Jayco Fifth Wheel Seismic a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Seismic model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.