Holiday Rambler Imperial 1998
Model Imperial made in 1998 by Holiday Rambler got 6 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, diesel and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, structure. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline.
Model 1998
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V128000 | MONACO COACH CORP. | from 06/01/1997 to 05/31/1999 | V (Vehicle) | 125 | 09/15/2003 | MFR | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | 04/07/2003 | 04/21/2003 | 567 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain fifth wheel and travel trailers' federal certification labels are incorrect. the tire inflation is listed as 60 psi when the correct should be 80 psi. in addition, the axle weight rating is incorrect on certain 1998 imperial travel trailers. the label shows 6000 lbs. when the correct rating should be 5200 lbs. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This incorrect information could lead to under/over inflated tires and could cause or contribute to premature tire failure possibly resulting in a sudden blowout or other failure which could result in a loss of control of the unit. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the federal certification label on the units involved. owner notification is expected to begin during april 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free label within a reasonable time should contact monaco at 1-877-466-6226. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V166000 | MONACO COACH CORP. | V (Vehicle) | MFR | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | 05/08/2003 | 05/12/2003 | ||||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorhomes, fifth wheels and travel trailers equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 1200lr and 1200rim, these refrigerators can experience low cycle fatigue failure which can lead to the liquid solution slowly leaking from the sealed, pressurized cooling unit through a small crack. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If a leak occurs and the unit is continually operated, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Norcold will notify its customers and provide a replacement cooling unit free of charge. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact norcold service center at 1-800-667-3005 or monaco at 574-862-7211. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V232000 | MONACO COACH CORP. | from 04/26/1997 to 06/15/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 398 | 10/30/1998 | MFR | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | 09/18/1998 | 09/25/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: motor homes built on a roadmaster chassis. inadequate bracing was used to secure the fuel tank. the brace could fail allowing one end of the fuel tank to loosen from its position and hang lower than the other end. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The fuel tank could eventually separate from the vehicle and drop to the ground, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install an additional brace under the fuel tank. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began october 30, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| TSI79 | 05/01/1998 | 601457 | Experiencing a clicking noise coming from the bi-directional isolator relay delay. *yc | 08/05/1998 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| TSI92 | 01/01/1999 | 604393 | Information regarding breakage of slide out motor mounts. *tt | 04/28/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 1 | |||
| The main wiring harness that parallels the frame at the engine came loose and fell down on the exhaust pipe and has heat damage. nlm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/26/2004 | 60000 | 3 | 07/15/1999 |
| Intermittently while driving at 65 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated to 85 mph. the consumer disconnected the electronic throttle unit which was the only way to stop the vehicle. the dealership inspected the vehicle several times, however the problem recurred. *ak when the throttle failed the consumer was pressing the brake to get the vehicle to stop. the vehicle's brakes became so hot that smoke was billowing from the rv and was also coming inside the rv. the rv's transmission failed. the 100 gallon fuel tank leaked. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 08/26/2004 | 60000 | 3 | 07/15/1999 |
| Intermittently while driving at 65 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated to 85 mph. the consumer disconnected the electronic throttle unit which was the only way to stop the vehicle. the dealership inspected the vehicle several times, however the problem recurred. *ak when the throttle failed the consumer was pressing the brake to get the vehicle to stop. the vehicle's brakes became so hot that smoke was billowing from the rv and was also coming inside the rv. the rv's transmission failed. the 100 gallon fuel tank leaked. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - CONTROLS | |||
| 1 | |||
| On one occasion consumers foot got caught under the brake pedal when trying to apply the brake in an emergency-braking situation, the pedal is installed 4 higher than the fuel pedal and 4 to the left of the fuel pedal which allows the foot to get caught under the air brake pedal. nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - RESERVOIR | |||
| 1 | |||
| The rear air tank which is mounted above the side sway arm comes in contact with the sway arm making it possible for the fitting to break and possibly loose air pressure or brakes. nlm | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 08/26/2004 | 60000 | 3 | 07/15/1999 |
| Intermittently while driving at 65 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated to 85 mph. the consumer disconnected the electronic throttle unit which was the only way to stop the vehicle. the dealership inspected the vehicle several times, however the problem recurred. *ak when the throttle failed the consumer was pressing the brake to get the vehicle to stop. the vehicle's brakes became so hot that smoke was billowing from the rv and was also coming inside the rv. the rv's transmission failed. the 100 gallon fuel tank leaked. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA | ASHLAND | 23005 | MCGEORGE'S ROLLING HILL RV | 800-462-2856 |