NHTSA recall 05V053000
Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly
Holiday Rambler Ambassador and 6 more
Reported Feb 14, 20052,827 vehicles affectedMONACO COACH CORPORATIONMaker’s number R04062Built Nov 30, 2001 – Oct 1, 2004
The defect
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.
The risk
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.
The remedy
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.