- The problem
- On certain motorhomes, fifth wheels and travel trailers equipped with norcold refrigerator cooling units model numbers 1200lr and 1200rim, these refrigerators can experience low cycle fatigue failure which can lead to the liquid solution slowly leaking from the sealed, pressurized cooling unit through a small crack.
- The risk
- If a leak occurs and the unit is continually operated, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Norcold will notify its customers and provide a replacement cooling unit free of charge. 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 norcold service center at 1-800-667-3005 or monaco at 574-862-7211.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Beaver Monterey Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Beaver Monterey with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2003 for the recreational vehicle / trailer.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Monterey year, for its age
#338 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Beaver Monterey problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1997 Beaver Monterey recalls 1
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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1997 Beaver Monterey
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Because of a poor design, the heavy overweight on the real axle caused steering difficulty. Yh
Beaver Monterey: every year compared
All Monterey years1997 Beaver Monterey vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Beaver Monterey | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 1997 Beaver Marquis | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1997 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 1997 Beaver Monterey
Does the 1997 Beaver Monterey have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Beaver Monterey: recreational vehicle / trailer (May 2003). 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 1997 Beaver Monterey?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Beaver Monterey had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 19, 1999 and the latest on October 19, 1999. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Beaver Monterey a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 84 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Beaver Monterey 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 Monterey years have the most complaints?
2001 (3), 1997 (1). See every Beaver Monterey year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Beaver Monterey 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