Recalls for 2006 Beaver Coach Marquis

DEFECT #1 - STEERING

Posted on: 2006-11-08
Description
On certain motor homes, an improper nut and bolt combination was used to clamp the intermediate shaft onto the steering shaft.  Without the proper nut and bolt combination, the nut can loosen prematurely and allow the bolt to come out which could allow the intermediate shaft to become disconnected from the steering column shaft.

Consequence
Loss of steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the nut and bolt combination.  If the improper combination is installed, dealers will replace it with a new nut and bolt.  If the combination is correct, dealers will re-torque the existing combination.  The recall began on november 21, 2006.  Owners may contact monaco at 1-800--685-6545.

Notes
Monaco recall no.  R06025.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 - EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG WATER HEATER

Posted on: 2005-05-13
Description
On certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.

Consequence
The surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the combustion chambers (burner tubes) with a new one free of charge.  Owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Notes
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.