NHTSA Recall 04V038000: Suspension: front
MONACO COACH CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,156 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Beaver Coach Baron.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V038000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R03024 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT |
| Report received | January 28, 2004 |
| Owner notification | March 1, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorhomes, the i-beam leaf imitator in the front axle suspension could crack and break due to an inadequate welding process.
Safety risk
The i-beams on the front axle and the panard bracket on the rear axle could crack and break causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the original i-beam. Also, dealers will weld the stiffeners from the panard bar bracket to the center differential of the rear axle housing. Owner notification began march 1, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-877-466-6226.
Notes
Monaco recall no. R03024.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V038000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Beaver Coach Baron | 2003 |
| Holiday Rambler Ambassador | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Holiday Rambler Neptune | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Monaco Coach Cayman | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Monaco Coach Knight | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Monaco Coach Socialite | 2002 |
| Safari Coach Cheetah | 2003, 2004 |
| Safari Coach Sahara | 2003, 2004 |
| Safari Coach Zanzibar | 2003, 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.