NHTSA Recall 05V081000: Cables (electrical system)
MONACO COACH CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 81 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Holiday Rambler Admiral SE.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V081000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R04064 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | March 1, 2005 |
| Owner notification | March 18, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
This could potentially melt the battery cable and cause a back feed through the chassis 12v system which could result in injury or loss.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the battery cable to see if the cable is properly mounted inside of the chassis frame rail. If necessary, the battery cable will be mounted securely in existing holes in frame rail free of charge. The recall began on march 18, 2005. Owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Notes
Monaco recall no. R04064.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V081000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Holiday Rambler Admiral SE | 2004, 2005 |
| Monaco Coach Monarch SE | 2004, 2005 |
| Safari Coach Simba | 2004, 2005 |
| Safari Coach Trek | 2004, 2005 |
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.