- The problem
- On certain camping trailers, the innovative design technologies roof lift system is defective and may fail allowing the roof to collapse unexpectedly.
- The risk
- Should this occur, there is potential for personal injury to any occupants inside the trailer at the time of failure.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary parts. The recall began on october 27, 2005. Owners may contact their local dealers. If unable to find a local dealer, contact viking at 1-800-239-6157.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Viking Epic Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2004 Viking Epic have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2005 for the recreational vehicle / trailer.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Epic year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2004 Viking Epic recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 2004 Viking Epic yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Viking Epic: every year compared
All Epic years2004 Viking Epic vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Viking Epic | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2004 Viking Legend | 3 | 1 | D | 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 2004 Viking Epic
Does the 2004 Viking Epic have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Viking Epic: recreational vehicle / trailer (August 2005). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2004 Viking Epic had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2004 Viking Epic a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 61 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Viking Epic 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 Viking Epic years have the most complaints?
2005 (2), 2006 (1), 2008 (1). See every Viking Epic year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Viking Epic 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