2006 Jayco Seneca Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Seneca years
- Not enough data 1st of 21 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Jayco Seneca. That is the most of any Seneca model year in the database (21 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints, 75%), typically at around 9,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Jayco Seneca 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 75% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | 4,800 | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 25% | 35,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Jayco Seneca recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Problem: Jayco is recalling 1,673 my 2005-2008 seneca motor homes. An electrical short can occur if the battery cables were not tucked into the compartment in a manner that does not allow the cables to be pinched between the battery slide tray and the compartment door.
Risk: If this condition is not addressed, it may result in a fire, injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will relocate the battery cables to the rear battery and reposition a clamp to prevent pinching. The recall began on may 26, 2008. Owners may contact jayco at 1-574-825-5861.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems
Problem: Jayco is recalling 1,265 my 2005-2008 seneca '35gs' and my 2007-2008 greyhawk '33ds' and '32ss' motor homes. The conduit clamp on the copper liquid propane (lp) tube feeding the slide-0ut is incorrectly placed which may allow the copper tube to bend and possibly leak with the movement of the slide-out.
Risk: If the copper tube cracked, pressurized lp gas may escape into the compartment. This condition, if not addressed, may result in a fire, injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will relocate the conduit clamp and add a rubber grommet to allow adhesion. The recall began on may 26, 2008. Owners may contact jayco at 1-574-825-5861.
Trailer hitches
Problem: On certain motor homes, the distance from the rear cap to the hitch receiver encourages the use of longer ball mounts and/or extensions. The longer the ball mount and/or extensions used, the greater the forces that are applied to the fasteners that attach the hitch to the main chassis rails. These increased forces exceed the allowable forces permitted in the fasteners. When this happens, the fasteners may stretch, loosen, or break causing an unsafe towing condition or separation of the hitch from the motor home.
Risk: This could result in separation of the towed vehicle from the motor home which could result in a crash, injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace all mounting hardware with hardware of a higher grade. The recall began on january 22, 2007. Owners may contact jayco at 1-800-283-8267.
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.
While traveling downhill, overdrive off, jake brake on, brake applied, when transmission downshifted, heard loud bang and saw black pieces bounce off the road and up past driver's window. Stopped vehicle and found holes in fan shroud, coolant draining on road, hole in fiberglass hood, and black…
Engine shut down after shutdown warning alarm engaged. No running issues up to this point. Vehicle towed to chevy medium duty truck center. Nothing found wrong. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jayco seneca hd 35gs motor home. The contact stated that the main frame welds have been spliced, which caused the vehicle to dog-track. The slides are not closing correctly and diesel exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle. The failure has left black smut on the walls of…
Tl*- the contact owns a 2006 jayco seneca 34ss. The contact stated that the trailer hitch bolts were cracked. The dealer inspected the vehicle and replaced the bolts. The road conditions were clear. There was another occurrence when the contact heard a loud scraping noise coming from the rear of…
Other Jayco Seneca years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Seneca | 0 | 2 |
| 2026 Seneca | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 Seneca | 2 | 3 |
| 2022 Seneca | 3 | 5 |
| 2021 Seneca | 1 | 4 |
| 2020 Seneca | 1 | 3 |
| 2019 Seneca | 3 | 3 |
| 2018 Seneca | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 Seneca | 2 | 1 |
| 2016 Seneca | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 Seneca | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 Seneca | 0 | 3 |
| 2013 Seneca | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 Seneca | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 Seneca | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 Seneca | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 Seneca | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 Seneca | 3 | 4 |
| 2007 Seneca | 4 | 4 |
| 2006 | 4 | 4 |
| 2005 Seneca | 0 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Jayco Seneca?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, structure, trailer hitches problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Jayco Seneca?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Jayco Seneca a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Seneca model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.