- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 McKenzie Medallion Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 McKenzie Medallion with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in June 2008 for the recreational vehicle / trailer. For comparison, the 2000 has 0 and the 2002 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Medallion year, for its age
#442 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 McKenzie Medallion problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2001 McKenzie Medallion recalls 3
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 fifth wheel trailers, a deficiency in the structural integrity of the main frame rails could cause the rails to crack and axles could shift, causing the fifth wheel to pull erratically.
- The risk
- This could cause the driver of the tow vehicle to lose control creating the potential for a crash resulting in personal injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and add an addition of gusset plates and cross tubes to strenghen the axle spring hangers. The recall began on october 29, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers. A wire supplying 12volt dc to the holding tank monitoring system display panel was installed without proper circuit protection. The circuit is connected to the voltage source with a 12volt dc 50 amp self-resetting circuit breaker as protection against an electrical short to ground.
- The risk
- AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a 6-amp circuit breaker on the 12volt dc wire supplying voltage to the holding tank monitor panel display. Owner notification began june 5, 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.
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1 complaints about the 2001 McKenzie Medallion
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the left rear tire had tread seperation and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified. Size #st22575r15 please provide the dot #. Ts
McKenzie Medallion: every year compared
All Medallion years2001 McKenzie Medallion vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 McKenzie Medallion | 1 | 3 | C | |
| 2001 McKenzie Lakota | 1 | 3 | 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 2001 McKenzie Medallion
Does the 2001 McKenzie Medallion have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 McKenzie Medallion: recreational vehicle / trailer (June 2008); frame and members (October 2004); wiring (April 2001). 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 2001 McKenzie Medallion?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 McKenzie Medallion had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 24, 2003 and the latest on January 24, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 McKenzie Medallion a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 46 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical McKenzie Medallion 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 McKenzie Medallion years have the most complaints?
1999 (1), 2001 (1). See every McKenzie Medallion year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 McKenzie Medallion 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