Is the 2017 Jayco Precept reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jayco Precept?

The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Jayco Precept have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 Jayco Precept

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2017 Jayco Precept
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:44:35.487Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 7
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2017: 7 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2010	0
2014	1
2015	3
2016	5
2017	7
2018	4
2019	4
2020	6
2021	9
2022	4
2023	0
2024	1
2026	1

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility/wiper

3 of 7 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-01-05

When traveling at highway speed'with the windshield wipers on high speed, the driver side wiper blade an arm lift away from the windshield, slamming back down when it reaches the far left end of its travel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-03

Engine

2 of 7 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE

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Tl *the contact owns a 2017 Jayco Precept. The contact stated that while in use the catalytic converter was heated up to an extent where a plastic storage bin above the catalytic converter started to melt.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-08-06

Suspension

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

Structure

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-04

Also filed under Equipment and service brakes, hydraulic

Steering

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2016-08-16Seats16V561000 Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Alante and Precept motorhomes manufactured October 13, 2014, to June 23, 2016.

Remedy: Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will install a jam nut on top of the seat base nut, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2016. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903310.

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2018-02-16Service brakes, hydraulic18V078000 Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2017 Precept motorhomes.

Remedy: Jayco will notify owners, and Ford dealers will inspect the hydraulic block and replace the HECU if the ball plugs are present, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137.

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2019-04-16Electrical system19V270000 Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Precept, 2016-2019 Alante and 2019 Precept Prestige motorhomes built on a Ford F53 chassis.

Remedy: Jayco has notified owners, and dealers will install a 25amp fuse, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903432.

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2019-11-14Service brakes, hydraulic19V705000 Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Precept motorhomes built on Ford F53 chassis. The hydraulic lines may have been incorrectly routed too close to the exhaust without a heat shield.

Remedy: Jayco will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the hydraulic line routing as necessary and install a heat shield, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-517-9137.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Jayco Precept — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Visibility/wiper: 3 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V561000 · Seats
Recall 18V078000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 19V270000 · Electrical system
Recall 19V705000 · Service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 2017 Jayco Precept reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Jayco Precept?: The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Jayco Precept have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.