Is the 2020 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 2020 Jayco Precept?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Jayco Precept have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2020 Jayco Precept

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2020 Jayco Precept
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:43:26.508Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 6
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2020: 6 complaints

View as data table

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

Electrical system

2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

I have been having electrical issues, current parts on order at repair shop. I had some more electrical issues develop. I found that there are melting wires and the plastic storage bin above there area also has melted.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-30

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Structure

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.

Steering

1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-15

Seats

1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats.

Exterior lighting

1 of 6 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2020-06-15Visibility20V337000 Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2020 Motorized Alante, Greyhawk, Melbourne, Precept, Redhawk, Seneca, Accolade, Emblem, Esteem, Odyssey, Qwest, and Vision recreational vehicles.

Remedy: 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.

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2020-12-28Engine20V667000 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.

Remedy: 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.

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2021-05-03Equipment21V204000 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.

Remedy: 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.

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2022-06-27Equipment, structure22V297000 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.

Remedy: 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2020 Jayco Precept — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Steering: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 20V337000 · Visibility
Recall 20V667000 · Engine
Recall 21V204000 · Equipment
Recall 22V297000 · Equipment, structure

FAQ

Is the 2020 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 2020 Jayco Precept?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 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.