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2022 Jayco Precept problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2022 Jayco Precept — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

6

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other Precept years?

Precept NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted15 complaints2010: 0 complaints2014: 2 complaints2015: 3 complaints2016: 9 complaints2017: 11 complaints2018: 5 complaints2019: 5 complaints2020: 10 complaints2021: 15 complaints2022: 6 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 2 complaints
Precept NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Jayco Precept problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure233%
Fuel System117%
Latches & Locks117%
Suspension117%
Tires & Wheels117%

Does the 2022 Jayco Precept have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V217000SuspensionMarch 30, 2023 · 19 units

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Jayco Atlante, Precept, Precept Prestige, Entegra Emblem, Vision, and Vision XL motorhomes. The rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets may break and separate from the vehicle.

Consequence

Brackets that separate from the vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the bolt tightness for both rear stabilizer attachment brackets and replace the weld nuts, bolts, and brackets as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is Ford 22V-731.

23V102000OtherFebruary 20, 2023 · 2,467 units

Defect

Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Entegra Accolade, Accolade XL, Anthem, Aspire, Cornerstone, Emblem, Esteem, Expanse, Expanse LI, Odyssey, Qwest, Reatta, Reatta XL, Jayco Alante, Greyhawk, Greyhawk Prestige, Melbourne, Melbourne Prestige, Precept, Precept Prestige, Redhawk, Redhawk SE, Seneca, Seneca Prestige, and Seneca XT recreational vehicles. The certification labels may be missing the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Consequence

Missing axle information may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new corrected certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Jayco customer service at 1-800-283-8267. Jayco's number for this recall is 9903583.

22V297000OtherMay 4, 2022 · 332 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A storage compartment that melts can increase the risk of a fire.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2022 Jayco Precept RV built on a 2022 Ford F-53 chassis. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 60 MPH, the roller shade located above the windshield unraveled. Due to the failure, her husband's visibility became completely obstructed and he was unable to see…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 31, 2023

“[XXX] we were camping in Maryland. I attempted to exit the motorhome through the only exit door. When I turned the door handle to open the door the handle fell off. We were not able to exit the motorhome. I called the RV Office and they sent over a maintenance man who had to open the door from the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Latches & Locks · August 27, 2024

“After filling our motorhome with fuel and driving on a trip, we noticed a check engine light that came on. I noticed a smell of gas but couldn’t pin point where it was coming from at that time. We ordered a code reader and it showed a large EVAP leak code which seemed to be there for a while but…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 21, 2022

“Ever since it was purchased new in 2021, the RV leans excessively to the passenger side even when it is unloaded and not moving. The dealer stated this is normal due to the weight distribution of the interior components. I recently noticed there are signs of the passenger side inner rear tire…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · June 3, 2024

“Ever since it was purchased new in 2021, the RV leans excessively to the passenger side even when it is unloaded and not moving. The dealer stated this is normal due to the weight distribution of the interior components. I recently noticed there are signs of the passenger side inner rear tire…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · June 3, 2024

2022 Jayco Precept — common questions

Is the 2022 Jayco Precept reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2022 Jayco Precept have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Jayco Precept. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.