NHTSA Recall 04V080000: Anchorage (seat belts)
MONACO COACH CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 358 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Holiday Rambler Ambassador.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V080000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R04001 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | February 17, 2004 |
| Owner notification | March 8, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems," and no. 210 "seat belt assembly anchorages." the seat belt anchorage bolts can fail.
Safety risk
The seat belt buckle anchorage can separate from the seat frame, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the belt latch bolt and install a bushing and a grade 5 bolt. Owner notification began march 8, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545 or villa international at 714-535-7272.
Notes
Monaco recall no. R04001.also, customers can 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 04V080000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Holiday Rambler Ambassador | 2004 |
| Holiday Rambler Imperial | 2004 |
| Holiday Rambler Scepter | 2004 |
| Monaco Coach Signature | 2004 |
| Monaco Coach Windsor | 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.