2001 MONACO COACH DYNASTY
6 recalls — 11 complaints — 7 TSBs
08V257000 Jun 5, 2008
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
EXTENDED OPERATION OF A LEAKING COOLING UNIT COULD LEAD TO A FIRE FROM GAS WHICH MIGHT ESCAPE.
Remedy
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.
02V013001 Jan 7, 2002
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS, PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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... Read more
01V328000 Oct 11, 2001
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH TAG AXLES. WELDS USED TO SECURE THE TAG AXLE TO THE TAG AXLE DRIVE SHAFT LOOP COULD FAIL.
Consequence
AS A RESULT, THE TAG AXLE TUBE COULD SEPARATE FROM THE DRIVE SHAFT LOOP, MOVE OUT OF ALIGNMENT, AND CONTACT CHASSIS COMPONENTS RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE TIRE AND CHASSIS COMPONENTS. IT MAY BE POSSIBLE FOR THE TAG AXLE TO BE TORN FROM THE CONTROL TOWER AND SEPARATE FROM THE MOTOR HOME.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WELDS, RE-WELD AND ADD SUPPORT GUSSETS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 18, 2001. 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 MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
01V128005 Apr 30, 2001
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT IS NOT PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Remedy
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 CONTAC... Read more
01V019000 Jan 23, 2001
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOMES PRODUCED ON ROADMASTER CHASSIS. THE WATER PUMP CONTROLLER CANNOT ADEQUATELY HANDLE CURRENT LOAD WHICH CAN RESULT IN OVERHEATING OF THE PUMP CONTROLLER.
Consequence
THIS CREATES A POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD A WIRE HARNESS AND RELAYS TO RELIEVE THE OVERLOAD POTENTIAL FROM THE WATER PUMP CONTROLLER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 29, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
00V233000 Aug 16, 2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS A MOTOR HOMES PRODUCED ON ROADMASTER CHASSIS. AS THE RESULT OF INCORRECT CRIMPING OF HYDRAULIC LINE FITTINGS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT ONE OR MORE OF THE HYDRAULIC HOSES ON THE ENGINE-COOLING UNIT COULD BECOME DETACHED. THIS COULD ALLOW HYDRAULIC FLUID TO BE SPRAYED IN THE E... Read more
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC HOSES AND THEIR FITTINGS.
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 1 |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 11, 2004
Incident date: Feb 11, 2004
WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE STARTED IN THE FRONT END BETWEEN THE HEADLIGHT AND THE CENTER OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE WAS LOCATED IN THE BACK. *AK *SC
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 7, 2003
FUEL LEAKED FROM THE ENGINE. *NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Mar 27, 2003
Incident date: Dec 13, 2001
WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 45 GALLONS OF FUEL OR LESS AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. BY THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE RV STARTED BACK UP. THE PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BLISTERED AND THE PAINT ON HE PASSENGER SIDE HAD SWIRL MARKS. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WAS RE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 27, 2003
Incident date: Dec 13, 2001
WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 45 GALLONS OF FUEL OR LESS AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. BY THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE RV STARTED BACK UP. THE PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BLISTERED AND THE PAINT ON HE PASSENGER SIDE HAD SWIRL MARKS. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WAS RE... Read more
STRUCTURE
Mar 27, 2003
Incident date: Dec 13, 2001
WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 45 GALLONS OF FUEL OR LESS AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. BY THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE RV STARTED BACK UP. THE PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BLISTERED AND THE PAINT ON HE PASSENGER SIDE HAD SWIRL MARKS. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WAS RE... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Mar 27, 2003
Incident date: Dec 13, 2001
WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 45 GALLONS OF FUEL OR LESS AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. BY THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE RV STARTED BACK UP. THE PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BLISTERED AND THE PAINT ON HE PASSENGER SIDE HAD SWIRL MARKS. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WAS RE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Mar 27, 2003
Incident date: Dec 13, 2001
WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 45 GALLONS OF FUEL OR LESS AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. BY THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE RV STARTED BACK UP. THE PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BLISTERED AND THE PAINT ON HE PASSENGER SIDE HAD SWIRL MARKS. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WAS RE... Read more
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 27, 2003
Incident date: Dec 13, 2001
WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 45 GALLONS OF FUEL OR LESS AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. BY THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE RV STARTED BACK UP. THE PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BLISTERED AND THE PAINT ON HE PASSENGER SIDE HAD SWIRL MARKS. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WAS RE... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Mar 27, 2003
Incident date: Dec 13, 2001
WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 45 GALLONS OF FUEL OR LESS AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED. BY THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER THE RV STARTED BACK UP. THE PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BLISTERED AND THE PAINT ON HE PASSENGER SIDE HAD SWIRL MARKS. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FELL OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WAS RE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dec 13, 2001
Incident date: Apr 11, 2001
HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS OPERATE SPORADICALLY. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Dec 13, 2001
Incident date: Apr 11, 2001
HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS OPERATE SPORADICALLY. *AK
Technical Service Bulletins — 2001 MONACO COACH DYNASTY
7 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 2 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 2 |
| 351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
TSI113
Aug 6, 2001
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF THE WATER PUMP SUPPLY VALVE. THE REPLACEMENT OF THE SUPPLY VALVE IS REQUIRED TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE WATER PUMP OPERATION. *TT
TSI113
Aug 1, 2001
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING RESTRICTED FLOW TO WATER PUMP. *NLM
010305
Mar 20, 2001
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING ORDERS FOR SCREEN DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLIES. *TT
010305
Mar 20, 2001
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE DOOR HANDLE TEARDROP STRIKER. *TT
010305
Mar 20, 2001
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
SUBJECT PERTAINS TO SCREEN DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLIES. *TT
109
Dec 1, 2000
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
SUBJECT REGARDING REFRIGERATOR VENTING. *TT
130
Aug 30, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
RELOCATION OF THE ISL 400HP ENGINE TEMPERATURE SENSOR, TO PREVENT INACCURATE READINGS. *TT
MONACO COACH DYNASTY — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MONACO COACH DYNASTY across all model years (1993–2011).
37
Total Recalls
40
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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