2020 Jayco Precept recalls and problems

The 2020 Jayco Precept has 4 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Jayco dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
6
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Jayco Precept vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Jayco Precept recalls

Recall 22V-297: Structure, Equipment

Reported May 4, 2022 · 332 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

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.

Recall 21V-204: Equipment

Reported Mar 24, 2021 · 2,144 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jayco Alante, Precept, Greyhawk, Redhawk, Entegra Esteem, and Odyssey motorhomes equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the o-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.

Risk: A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and Dometic service centers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2021. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-617-776-0344. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903566.

Recall 20V-667: Engine

Reported Oct 29, 2020 · 1,058 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

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.

Recall 20V-337: Visibility

Reported Jun 9, 2020 · 449 vehicles affected · Jayco, Inc.

Problem: Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2020 Motorized Alante, Greyhawk, Melbourne, Precept, Redhawk, Seneca, Accolade, Emblem, Esteem, Odyssey, Qwest, and Vision recreational vehicles. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal hinge frame of the frameless crank out vent and egress windows may fail which would then allow the glass to detach and fall out.

Risk: If the window glass detaches while the vehicle is moving it could become a projectile, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Fix: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frameless windows for proper adhesive bond strength, replacing the windows as necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 15, 2020. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9901508.

2020 Jayco Precept problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Unknown or Other2
Exterior Lighting1
Seats1
Engine1
Equipment1
Structure1
Steering1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,100 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Jayco Precept complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Steering · reported Nov 15, 2023
Gears in steering gear box must be "sloppy". Constantly needing to correct to drive a straight line down the road. I have gone to "Safety Plus Steering Control" and had them install the proper Control arm, thinking this would solve the problem. It has not. The constant correcting of the steering going down the road is tiring. I believe the gearbox is the problem. This has been a problem ever since I bought it new in 2020, and is getting worse. Thank you
Equipment · at 2,000 miles · reported Mar 13, 2023
The contact owns a 2020 Jayco Precept RV constructed on a 2019 Ford F-53 chassis. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the screws used to secure the brackets holding the 300-pound refrigerator failed, and the refrigerator became unsecured, causing the 25-foot long passenger’s side slider to detach. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that the failure had previously occurred on multiple occasions and the passenger’s side slide brake and Hydraulic pump were replaced. Additionally, the overhead passenger’s side bed had detached from…
Electrical System · at 500 miles · reported May 3, 2021
We have multiple issues with cylinder misfire codes. The smart junction box, wiring and spark plugs have been replaced but we repeatedly take our motorhome to ford for repairs. At only 5600 miles we have not been able to travel consistently.
Unknown or Other · at 2,100 miles · reported Jan 23, 2021
Doghouse becomes extremely hot while travelling. It melts candy, gum, mints setting in the cupholder or cellphone tray. Cannot rest barefoot on the doghouse..it was first noted shortly after delivery oct 2019. We addressed it with service department who informed us jayco would do nothing unless there needed to be other repairs requiring dash removal. Heat continues to be an issue.
Seats · reported Dec 31, 2020
Can not adjust driver seat so that smaller drivers can reach the gas and brake pedals. I AM 5'1". Even with the seat as far forward and low as possible I have to wear platform shoes in order to drive the rv.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Jayco Precept have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Jayco Precept: 22V-297 (structure, equipment), 21V-204 (equipment), 20V-667 (engine), 20V-337 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Jayco Precept?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,100 miles.

Are Jayco recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jayco dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.