repaired · 2021 Q4
Axle: non-powered axle assembly
Risk. The underrated axles may result in the trailer being overloaded, possibly causing the operator to lose control of vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Jayco SeismicProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2013 Jayco Seismic, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-746 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 8, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Jayco Seismic has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2013 Jayco Seismic 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 · 2019 Q4
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. If the rivet shears under occupant load, the occupant may fall, increasing the risk of personal injury.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk…
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
2013 vs. every other Seismic 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 Seismic median. How we score
'13'14
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Seismic owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2013 Jayco Seismic trailer hauled by a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that the hanger for the springs that hold the axle had fractured without warning. Due to the failure, the axle began to hang from underneath the vehicle. The contact suspected that the failure…
WE HAVE HAD THREE SEPARATE INSTANCES WHERE THE LEAF SPRING HANGER HAS COMPLETELY SHEARED OFF. AFTER HAVING DISCUSSED THIS WITH OTHER SIMILAR OWNERS, IT APPEARS TO BE A COMMON OCCURRENCE. IT IS GOING TO CAUSE A MAJOR ACCIDENT WITH LOSING AN AXLE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT SOME POINT IF LIPPERT…
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