- The problem
- On certain motor homes, the brake assemblies exhibit elevated temperatures that can lead to catastrophic deterioration of the wheel end components such as bearings, races, spindles, knuckles, seals, hubs, rotors, patch bolts, calipers, brake pads, and abs sensors.
- The risk
- This could result in loss of control, and/or the potential for a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the front and rear brake calipers for corrosion and replace or rebuild the calipers as necessary. The recall began on august 18, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Beaver Contessa Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2002 Beaver Contessa with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (2). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2002 for the foundation components. For comparison, the 2001 has 1.
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BFewer problems than a typical Contessa year, for its age
#356 most complained-about 2002 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2002 Beaver Contessa problems
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2002 Beaver Contessa recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain motor homes equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
- The risk
- If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace these pedals. Owner notification began september 9, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact monaco at 1-800-344-6332 or williams control at 1-503-684-8600.
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2 complaints about the 2002 Beaver Contessa
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 beaver contessa. While driving 55 mph, the transmission cooler ruptured in the radiator. The contact stated that there was cross contamination with the transmission and the engine. He was able to drive to the rv repair facility and they removed and rebuilt the transmission. The number of cylinders were unknown. The current mileage was 26,332 and failure mileage was 24,085. Updated 03-05-08 *bf the consumer stated the rv should have been included in monaco tsb-124. Updated 03/05/08 *tr
Tl*- the contact stated that october 20, 2006, the coolant was leaking from the vehicle. The contact notice fluid at rear of the motor home was leaking on ground. The contact stated they contacted moore towing company. Moore towing inspected the problem and was told that they were having a coolant leak. Moore towing stated that transmission oil and coolant was mixing together and was told not to drive motor home. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being repaired, a mr. Courtney evans, service...
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advisor for hill truck, order a transmission cooler for the motor home. The contact stated that he called technical department for the manufacture, and they knew of no coolant problems. The contact was told by mr. Evans that he was informed that there may have been a bulletin for monaco vehicles. The contact stated that they did their own research and found that they were 21 monaco motor homes listed on the bulletin (#124), but not for the beaver contessa. Contact received a letter from manufacturer on 12/11/06 stating that there would be no reimbursement for his repairs. Updated 2/15/2007 - *nm
Beaver Contessa: every year compared
All Contessa years2002 Beaver Contessa vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Beaver Contessa | 2 | 2 | B | |
| 2002 Beaver Patriot | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2002 Beaver Contessa
Does the 2002 Beaver Contessa have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Beaver Contessa: foundation components (October 2002); accelerator pedal (April 2002). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Beaver Contessa?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (2).
How many complaints has the 2002 Beaver Contessa had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 18, 2006 and the latest on October 17, 2007. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2002 Beaver Contessa a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Beaver Contessa year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Beaver Contessa years have the most complaints?
2000 (4), 2002 (2), 2001 (1). See every Beaver Contessa year compared.
What should I do if my 2002 Beaver Contessa has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data