Holiday Rambler Ambassador 2002
Model Ambassador made in 2002 by Holiday Rambler got 6 consumer complains there are 4 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to other, service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment and power train. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, hydraulic, steering and suspension.
Model 2002
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V278000 | MONACO COACH CORP. | from 04/10/1998 to 09/03/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 8581 | 08/18/2004 | ODI | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | 10/22/2002 | 10/23/2002 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motor homes, the brake assemblies exhibit elevated temperatures that can lead to catastrophic deterioration of the wheel end components such as bearings, races, spindles, knuckles, seals, hubs, rotors, patch bolts, calipers, brake pads, and abs sensors. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could result in loss of control, and/or the potential for a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the front and rear brake calipers for corrosion and replace or rebuild the calipers as necessary. the recall began on august 18, 2004. owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Monaco recall no. r02175.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V256000 | MONACO COACH CORP. | from 02/06/2001 to 06/12/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 98 | 08/13/2001 | MFR | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | 08/15/2001 | 08/27/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: motor homes. a unit is affected if the intermediate steering shaft is fully compressed or is too short to meet maximum extension specifications. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and/or replace the intermediate steering shaft. owner notification began august 13, 2001. 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V038000 | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | from 02/04/2002 to 10/24/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 2156 | 03/01/2004 | MFR | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | 01/28/2004 | 02/04/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorhomes, the i-beam leaf imitator in the front axle suspension could crack and break due to an inadequate welding process. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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 Summary | 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 | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V053000 | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | from 11/30/2001 to 10/01/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 2827 | 03/29/2005 | MFR | MONACO COACH CORPORATION | 02/14/2005 | 02/14/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | 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 Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 124 | 08/13/2003 | 10003083 | Jb radiator inner cooler failure on aluminum radiators. *tt | 10/07/2003 | |
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - JACKS | |||||
| TSI114 | 08/06/2001 | 623316 | Imformation regarding front jack mounting plate. nlm | 10/26/2001 | |
| TSI114 | 08/01/2001 | 622590 | Monaco has decided that certain motorhomes require additional hardware at the front leveling jack. the additional installation hardware will eliminate unusual movement of the motorhome while leveled. *tt | 10/19/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 030201 | 02/04/2003 | 10001414 | Touch pad shifter. *scc | 05/05/2003 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTHER | |||
| 06/20/2003 | 11286 | 1 | |
| The left rear sensor failed. *ak *cb *nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 05/29/2003 | 9040 | ||
| This is a motorhome with bosch disc brakes. the brakes do not always release after a stop. when this happens, it is not known by the driver until you smell brakes burning or the abs light comes on because it has melted from the heat. it causes damage to the braking system, bearings, and other axle components. i have done some research on the problem and it appears that there is a problem with the disc caliper piston not retracting occasionally after a stop. i have had seven failures that i know about, and know that i have had more because i check the condition of the components. other owners of motorhomes with this type of brake caliper have reported on the internet of fires and loss of braking. bosch will not talk to any of us about a real fix for this problem. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 06/23/2003 | 3921 | 1 | 03/27/2003 |
| Consumer contacted manufacturer, who identified and remedied open recall 02v278000. dealer repaired rear brakes. recall did not identify specific remedy via artemis or nhtsa web site. consumer was concerned why dealer did not remedy recall before selling vehicle, and whether remedy applied to front brakes as well. remedy was not specifically stated. *ak the abs light appeared on the dashboard. the right rear brake assembly was stuck and became very hot and was followed by smoke. the abs sensor burned off the brake. *scc *jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN | JOHNSON CITY | 37601 | A + L RV SALES |