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2004-2007 · 4 model years
Safari Coach Simba Problems by year
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the Safari Coach Simba across 4 model years, and it has 6 recalls. The 2005 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the equipment & accessories, followed by the brakes.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Simba complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Simba problems
Safari Coach Simba recalls 6
On certain motor homes, an incorrect screw was used to install the black and white crt back-up monitor in the dash. The incorrect screws are 1/4" longer than specified and may contact a pc board inside the monitor which could potentially hit a high voltage...
On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with gm 8.1L v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If...
Certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with actia corporate instrument cluster fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 101, 'Controls and displays,' and no. 105, 'Hydraulic and electric brake...
Certain motor home chassis built on workhorse chassis may have been equipped with incorrect steering intermediate shafts. The spline can strip while the steering wheel is being turned.
On certain class a motor homes built on workhorse chassis,the battery cables may not be secured properly inside of the chassis' frame rail. The battery cables may be located too near the engine exhaust.
Latest Simba complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 carefree eclipse awning. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the motor failed and the awning deployed outward. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road and the contact had to tie down the awning to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the motor for the awning needed to be replaced. The awning was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was...
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approximately 22,100. Updated 11/3/11*lj the consumer stated the eclipse electric awning motor failed, resulting in the awning dropping while driving on the highway. The awning had no safety mechanism. Updated 12/02/11
2004 Safari simba w22 chassis, 16,250 miles: front right caliper locked up, causing brake failure. Damage to rotors, brake pads and calipers. Workhorse dealer informed me that abs sensor melted. Workhorse dealer is replacing calipers, brake pads and rotors. *Tr
2005 Safari simba motor home with brake problems. Consumer states that the dealer stated they couldn't do anything because the braking was normal. Another mechanic stated the brakes were not right for that weight class. *Kb the consumer was informed that the p-30 chassis had been discontinued. *Jb
The consumer had power steering and exhaust problems on his 2005 safari simba. *Jb exhaust fumes generated through the coach and off set the alarm (twice), the power steering would scream when turns were made, the leveling system was inoperative, the consumer locked herself in the vehicle due to the dead bolt alignment, the heater board was inoperative, the thermostat was found bad, the drawer under the rear bench kept sliding out and damaged the interior, the power steering unit was loosing 1/2 qt. Of oil...
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every week, the shelves in the door fell out each time the vehicle was moved, the cabinet inserts were loose and one had fallen out, the shower line(s) cracked, the generator was loosing oil, the headlights went out, the fuel gauge was inoperative, the fog and headlights were on at the same time, the gear shift lever had come off in the consumers hands, the front dash outlets had no power, the windshield wiper would not shut of until the fuse was taken out, the passenger side trim had fallen off, the interior monitor system was not working, there was a constant static in the television(s) with no other appliances being used, the handle on the shower door fell off, and the engine oil pressure gauge was off. *Sc the consumer broke 2 ribs when she tried to pull the fuse to stop the windshield wipers.
Questions about the Safari Coach Simba
Which Safari Coach Simba years have the most problems?
Which Safari Coach Simba years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2007 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Simba years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Safari Coach Simba problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the equipment & accessories (2), brakes (2), electrical system (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Safari Coach Simba have?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls across all Safari Coach Simba model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data