Recall 07V-010: 2001–2002 Holiday Rambler Admiral, 2002–2003 Holiday Rambler Admiral SE and 5 more
MONACO COACH CORPORATION recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Jan 16, 2007, covering about 2,086 vehicles.
The problem
On certain class a motor h0mes built with gasoline engines, the frame extension lower flange may crack allowing the hitch to bend and possibly separate from the motor home.
The risk
This could result in separation of the towed vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will add an addition of two pieces of angle steel to the frame extension and hitch mounting point in order to reinforce the frame extension flange free of charge. The recall began on february 15, 2007. Owners may contact monaco at 877-466-6226. Note: the ending manufacturing date for indiana built motor homes is march 8, 2002 while the oregon built motor homes were built through november 2002. The federal id label located on the wall next to the driver's seat specifies in which state the motor home was built.
Notes
Monaco recall no.r02206.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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MONACO COACH CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V010000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Rambler Admiral | 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Holiday Rambler Admiral SE | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Holiday Rambler Endeavor | 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Holiday Rambler Vacationer | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Monaco Coach Lapalma | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Monaco Coach Monarch | 2001, 2002 | All years |
| Monaco Coach Monarch SE | 2002, 2003 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 07V-010?
On certain class a motor h0mes built with gasoline engines, the frame extension lower flange may crack allowing the hitch to bend and possibly separate from the motor home.
How is recall 07V-010 fixed?
Dealers will add an addition of two pieces of angle steel to the frame extension and hitch mounting point in order to reinforce the frame extension flange free of charge. The recall began on february 15, 2007. Owners may contact monaco at 877-466-6226. Note: the ending manufacturing date for indiana built motor homes is march 8, 2002 while the oregon built motor homes were built through november 2002. The federal id label located on the wall next to the driver's seat specifies in which state the motor home was built.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.