2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat recalls and problems

The 2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat has 4 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Monaco Coach dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
6
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 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 02V-013: Service Brakes, Air

Reported Jan 7, 2002 · 5,956 vehicles affected · MONACO COACH CORP.

Problem: On class a motor homes built with a steerable auxiliary axle and equipped with certain meritor-wabco brake system two and four port relay valves, the valve may stick open when a high-pressure brake application is released.

Risk: When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace these valves. Meritor wabco is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. 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 meritor wabco at 800-535-5560 or monaco at 1-877-466-6226.

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.

Recall 00V-297: Equipment

Reported Oct 11, 2000 · 31 vehicles affected · MONACO COACH CORP.

Problem: Vehicle description: class a motor homes produced on roadmaster chassis. A 12vdc 50 amp mini-breaker on the refrigerator supply wire rather than a 12 vdc 30 amp breaker.

Risk: The supply wire could overheat, which would thereby create a risk of fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the 12vdc 50 amp breaker with a 12vdc 30 amp breaker.

2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Equipment4
Suspension2
Structure2
Steering1
Visibility1
Tires1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Water Heater — 2
  • Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump — 1
  • Suspension › Front — 1
  • Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
  • Structure › Body › Door — 1
  • Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields — 1
  • Equipment › Mechanical › Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 29,000 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 2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat complaints

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

Equipment · at 20,286 miles · reported Sep 7, 2006
Windshield popping out, toilet leaking, power inverter not working properly,front jacks leaking, muffler falling off, skylight over shower leaking.
Tires · at 36,000 miles · reported May 30, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated while the driver of the coach was driving at 45 MPH the right rear outer tire blew out, immediately afterwards the left rear tire blew. This caused the driver to lose control of the coach. The coach went up on an embankment. The passenger in the coach was not wearing a seat belt. The door was ripped from the hinges throwing the passenger onto the embankment. The passenger was ran over by the coach and by the vehicle the coach was towing. The passenger was killed in the accident. The coach was inspected by a forensic expert and determined the welding on the door frame…
Visibility · at 29,000 miles · reported Nov 29, 2005
: the contact stated the left driver's side window had poor visibility due to a separation of the double panel glass. He contacted the manufacturer, and they offered no assistance. This is a 2001, monaco, diplomat rv. Updated 12/27/2005 - the consumer explained that the glass was cloudy, with moisture between the panes, which made it difficult to see out of the window, especially at night.
Steering · reported Jul 10, 2002
It has been aligned numerous times,steering pump has been changed. Still can not hold the vehcle in one lane on highway. Factory says all components are "with in" specs.
Equipment · reported Jun 12, 2002
There is a constant propane smell inside vehicle. Vehicle has been taken to dealer 5 times, water heater burner and relay were replaced. But consumer can still smell the propane.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat: 08V-257 (equipment), 02V-013 (service brakes, air), 01V-128 (seat belts), 00V-297 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Monaco Coach Diplomat?

Owners report equipment problems most often (4 reports), followed by suspension (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 29,000 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.