Recalls for 2013 R-vision Trail Lite Crossover

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2013-07-05
Description
Monaco rv, llc (monaco) is recalling certain model year 2011 holiday rambler campmaster and r-vision trail cruiser; model year 2011-2012 r-vision onyx; model year 2011-2013 r-vision trail light; model year 2012-2014 holiday rambler aluma-lite, aluma-lite ultra and r-vision trail sport and trail-lite crossover; and model year 2013-2014 mckenzie rainier ascent and r-vision trail lite trek recreational vehicles.  These vehicles were manufactured october 12, 2009, through march 15, 2013 and have the water tanks mounted under the floor within enclosed underbellies.  The water tank mounting system may fail.

Consequence
If the mounting system fails, the water tank may separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Monaco rv, llc will notify owners and dealers will install a cross brace between the water tank and the mounting brackets, free of charge.  The recall began on july 31, 2013.  Monaco's recall number is 13001mrv.  Owners may contact monaco at 1-877-466-6226.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Posted on: 2013-12-20
Description
Monaco rv, llc (monaco) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 recreational vehicles equipped with fastec-brand door locks.  It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.  

Consequence
If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam.  A person inside the travel trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Monaco will notify owners, and fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge.  The recall began on february 17, 2014.  Owners may contact monaco at 1-877-466-6226 or fastec at 1-800-837-2505.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.