Jayco Precept 34G

[RobertB]

Has anyone dealt with the Ford recall on the low oil in the rear end. I just received the notice and checked the oil level. Didn’t feel the oil with my finger, added 4 quarts still didn’t feel the oil added 4 more quarts and we’re close. How bad is it to have driven the coach 1800 miles on low oil.

[Boiler01]

I topped mine off immediately when I got the coach (after about 1200 miles from factory and then to my house). I was down 3.5qts but didn't have any real shavings on the plug. I have since driven about 3500 miles and have not had an issue. I was able to convince a shop to order parts without the vehicle, but haven't taken it in for the work due to my travel schedule. Likely won't have the work completed for a few months (unless I break down before then).

[RobertB]

Thanks I didn’t have any metal as well. The shops say the parts are about a month out. My concern is if the bearing are bad ,how would you know.

[Boiler01]

It's a gamble. As far as I know, there is no way to tell without tearing everything apart which is why they are just replacing them all. From many other posts on this, a lot of people are topping off and going on trips if there isn't a lot of shavings on the plug. I haven't heard of any of them breaking down, but it is still a possibility.

[conch02]

Originally Posted by RobertB

Thanks I didn’t have any metal as well. The shops say the parts are about a month out. My concern is if the bearing are bad ,how would you know.

Ford is now replacing parts with aftermarket seals and bearing. I had mine done and then went back when Ford parts came in. Keeps you on road safely.