repaired · 2021 Q3
Frame and members: underbody shields
Risk. Excessive heat can melt hydraulic lines, increasing the risk of a fire.
2017 Jayco AlanteProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2017 Jayco Alante, most often about the structure. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-706 the manufacturer reports only 31% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 6, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Jayco Alante has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure
1Service brakes, air
1Service brakes, hydraulic
1Service brakes
1Visibility/wiper
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2017 Jayco Alante recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. If the wiring in the circuit overheats, it can increase the risk of fire.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Seats
Risk. If the seat detaches from the seat base while vehicle is being driven, the operator may lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jayco.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Alante year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Alante median. How we score
'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Alante owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2017 Jayco Alante RV built on a 2016 Ford F53 Chassis. The contact stated that there was a design flaw, making it impossible to work on the braking system of the motorhome. While having a routine oil change at the local dealer, the contact was informed that the brake fluid…
The contact owns a 2017 Jayco Alante RV. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RV was shaking abnormally. The contact stopped and parked the RV and performed an inspection. The contact became aware that the four passenger’s side braces used to connect the body to the…
I SMELLED BURNING RUBBER WHILE DRIVING ON I40 GOING TO ARIZONA FROM CALIFORNIA, I PARKED THE VEHICLE TO A REST STOP. WHEN I INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THE COMPARTMENT/STORAGE FLOORING IS UNEVEN, WHEN I INSPECTED THE UNDERNEATH PART I SAW PLASTIC PARTS MELTED TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, NO FIRE BUT IT…
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