The problem
Certain 36', 38', and 40' motor homes fail to comply with requirements of part 567, "certification." The rear psi states 85 or 115 lbs. The correct rear psi is 95 lbs.
The risk
Under or over-inflated tires can cause premature tire failure and could result in a sudden blowout or other failure resulting in a loss of control of the motorhome.
The fix
Dealers will install the correct labels at no charge. Owner notification began january 7, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-877-477-6226.
Contacts
Monaco recall no. R03056. Customers can 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 Safari Coach dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 03V526000.
- 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.