Mckenzie Lakota 2003

Model Lakota made in 2003 by Mckenzie got 3 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding exterior lighting and interior lighting. There were some recalls concerningequipment and structure.

Model 2003

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
03V129000MONACO COACH CORP.from 04/22/2002 to 01/28/2003V (Vehicle)27306/24/2003MFRMONACO COACH CORPORATION04/07/200304/22/2003567
Defect SummaryOn certain travel trailers, the federal certification label is incorrect. the axle weight rating shows 5200 lbs. when the correct rating should be 5080 lbs.
Consequence SummaryPrior to having the new label installed, owners must follow the correct rating of the axle and tire maximum capacity to prevent a blowout or damage to the axles.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the federal certification label on the units involved. owner notification began july 1, 2003. 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 1-877-466-6226.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - LPG LINES AND FITTINGS
04V555000MONACO COACH CORPORATIONfrom 03/11/2002 to 10/07/2004V (Vehicle)163711/08/2004MFRMONACO COACH CORPORATION11/19/200411/22/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with liquid propane gas (lpg), it was discovered an excess of lpg hose was coiled in the rear refrigerator access compartment a causing it to be routed close in proximity to the burner flue box cover of the refrigerator.
Consequence SummaryThis could potentially cause thermal damage to the lpg line and produce a leak of lpg in the access compartment that could result in an explosion or fire.
Corrective SummaryOwners are being asked to inspect the lpg line from the outside of the vehicle to ensure that it is not close to the burner. if no damage to the line is present and the lpg line is the appropriate length and routed correctly, the cover will be reinstalled and no further action will be taken. if an excess of hose is causing contact or close proximity to the burner cover, owners should shut off the supply of gas at the lpg tanks and contact monaco immediately. the recall began december 8, 2004. owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
NotesMonaco recall no.ro4060.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
04V483000MONACO COACH CORPORATIONfrom 06/15/1998 to 07/11/2003V (Vehicle)343910/29/2004MFRMONACO COACH CORPORATION10/05/200410/13/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain fifth wheel trailers, a deficiency in the structural integrity of the main frame rails could cause the rails to crack and axles could shift, causing the fifth wheel to pull erratically.
Consequence SummaryThis could cause the driver of the tow vehicle to lose control creating the potential for a crash resulting in personal injury.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and add an addition of gusset plates and cross tubes to strenghen the axle spring hangers. the recall began on october 29, 2004. owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
NotesMonaco recall no. r02233.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
3170E10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb202/16/2006
INTERIOR LIGHTING
3170E10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb202/16/2006