The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes. A unit is affected if the intermediate steering shaft is fully compressed or is too short to meet maximum extension specifications.
The risk
This condition can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and/or replace the intermediate steering shaft. Owner notification began august 13, 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.
Contacts
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Holiday Rambler, Monaco Coach dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 01V256000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.