2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat recalls and problems

The 2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat has 2 safety recalls and 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Monaco Coach dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat recalls

Recall 08V-257: Equipment

Reported Jun 5, 2008 · 8,587 vehicles affected · MONACO COACH CORPORATION

Problem: Monaco is recalling certain motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerators. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak.

Risk: Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.

Fix: Monaco is working with norcold to repair these refrigerators. Norcold will provide thermal switch kits to owners along with the necessary forms and instructions. The recall began on august 29, 2008. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Recall 01V-128: Seat Belts

Reported Apr 30, 2001 · 3,320 vehicles affected · MONACO COACH CORP.

Problem: Vehicle description: class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.

Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the lap belts and, if necessary, replace it with a new belt assembly. Am-safe is conducting the owner notification. 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 AM-safe at 219-266-8330 or monaco at 219-862-7211.

2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	8
Electrical System	6
Equipment	5
Visibility	3
Unknown or Other	2
Latches/Locks/Linkages	1
Suspension	1
Tires	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Frame and Members — 3
Visibility › Windshield — 2
Electrical System › Starter Assembly › Relay — 2
Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Water Heater — 2
Equipment › Mechanical › Slide-In Camper — 1
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 24,184 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Equipment · at 24,184 miles · reported Jun 21, 2008

This involves a norcold 1200 lrim refrigerator and a 2000 monaco diplomat 40 pbd motorcoach. When the refer was removed to conduct the recall work, it was found to have caught fire previously, and had signs of serious overheating, causing the case of the refrigerator to paralyze (Aluminum foil coating, paper backing and foam insulation behind flue tube). Further a fire had occurred on the top of the flue tube, where fiberglass insulation from the coach had been in contact with the top of the flue tube, causing charring to the insulation and ceiling of the coach, with the early stages of…

Structure · at 16,000 miles · reported Feb 6, 2008

On 10/15/02 while driving my rv to a campground, I detected a very strong odor of antifreeze inside the rv and noticed wetness on the carpet near the fire wall. It rendered the defrosting of the front windshield nil and couldn't hardly see outside and damage the side compartment of the r.V. The unit was under warranty and monaco replaced the damaged heater core on 12/23/02. On 1/20/08 on a trip to orlando the same problem occurred again. I almost passed out at the wheel because of the strong odor of antifreeze leaking again inside the coach. Same problem: spited heater core. The plumbing of…

Visibility · at 32,000 miles · reported Aug 28, 2006

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 MPH on normal road conditions, the rv's windshield cracked and became loose. The incident happened after a year of operation. The windshield was replaced at a vehicle glass shop. The dealership did not assume any responsibility over the windshield failure. The consumer stated the windshield moved over an inch. Updated 09/20/06.

Tires · at 36,000 miles · reported Dec 3, 2003

While driving at 65 MPH and with no warning front right tire tread separated, causing the tire to blowout, and damage the vehicle. This happened in december 2002. On june 14 2003, while driving at 65 MPH , left front tire tread separated, causing a blowout. Consumer had to pull over, and towed the motor home. Goodyear g159, size r255/70 r22.5. There are a police report and pictures.

Structure · at 10,000 miles · reported Apr 21, 2003

This 2000 monaco, diplomat motor home has been inhaling exhaust, road dirty etc. Mainly through the rear cap area, since the unit was new. The first sign was an oily stain in the ceiling area mostly around cabinets. For approximately five months the factory told me they did not know what the problem was and until I forced the issue in the fall of 2001, I did not get the answer. The unit had not been sealed at the factory. It was sealed in 2001 though never tested, the problem continues as of today! The unit had an environmental test in october 2001 with the report issued january 2002…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat: 08V-257 (equipment), 01V-128 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Monaco Coach Diplomat?

Owners report structure problems most often (8 reports), followed by electrical system (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 24,184 miles.

Are Monaco Coach recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Monaco Coach dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.