3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2003-12-18
Description
Certain 36', 38', and 40' motor homes fail to comply with requirements of part 567, certification. The rear psi states 85 or 115 lbs. The correct rear psi is 95 lbs.
Consequence
Under or over-inflated tires can cause premature tire failure and could result in a sudden blowout or other failure resulting in a loss of control of the motorhome.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install the correct labels at no charge. Owner notification began january 7, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-877-477-6226.
Notes
Monaco recall no. R03056.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:FRONT
Posted on: 2004-02-04
Description
On certain motorhomes, the i-beam leaf imitator in the front axle suspension could crack and break due to an inadequate welding process.
Consequence
The i-beams on the front axle and the panard bracket on the rear axle could crack and break causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the original i-beam. Also, dealers will weld the stiffeners from the panard bar bracket to the center differential of the rear axle housing. Owner notification began march 1, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-877-466-6226.
Notes
Monaco recall no. R03024.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - 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.