Recalls for 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 2005-06-21
Description
Certain motor homes fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  121, 'air brake systems.' two delivery lines on the brake system were installed incorrectly.

Consequence
This does not meet the standard requirements.

Corrective Action
Dealers will switch the port hook-ups of the two delivery lines on the air brake system.  The recall began on august 30, 2005.  Owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Notes
Monaco recall no.  R05008.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2005-02-14
Description
On certain class a motor homes, the spacer plate under the trailing arms had a transverse weld which creates a heat riser and cause the trailing arms to crack.  

Consequence
This could create rough driving conditions and damage to rear suspension system.  The driver could loose control of the motorhome and a crash could occur without prior notice.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the replace the trailing arms for cracks and replacing the trailing arms and u-bolts in the rear suspension of the motorhomes free of charge.  The recall began on march 29, 2005.  Owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.  

Notes
Monaco recall no.  R04062.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.