NHTSA recall 06V429000
Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer › Lpg systems › Tank assembly
Beaver Coach Contessa and 2 more
Reported Nov 14, 2006206 vehicles affectedMONACO COACH CORPORATIONMaker’s number R06036Built Mar 14, 2006 – Oct 12, 2006
The defect
On certain class a motor homes, heat shields were not installed in the lp tank bay.
The risk
The heat from the hydrohot exhaust could place excessive temperature on the exterior of the lp tank and result in unexpected venting of lp gas through the lp tank safety relief valve. lp gas leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will install a heat shield between the hydrohot exhaust and the lp tank at no cost to you. the recall began on december 5, 2006. owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.