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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V053📅 Feb 14, 2005

2002–2005 Holiday Rambler Neptune & 2002–2005 Monaco Coach Cayman + 5 more recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V053000
Manufacturer recall #
R04062
Manufacturer
MONACO COACH CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
2,827
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-685-6545
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 29, 2005
Built
Nov 30, 2001 – Oct 1, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V053 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V053?

2002–2005 Holiday Rambler Neptune & 2002–2005 Monaco Coach Cayman + 5 more. 2,827 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Holiday Rambler dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-685-6545.