The problem
On certain motor homes, the water heater was installed under the slide-out, which made it possible for fumes to enter the coach when the water heater is lit and the coach is parked with the slide-out extended.
The risk
This can cause fumes to come up inside the coach, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
The fix
Dealers will relocate the water heater to the opposite side of the motor home. Owner notification began on june 30, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Contacts
Monaco recall no. R02150. 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 Holiday Rambler, Monaco Coach dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V239000.
- 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.