NHTSA Recall 08V450000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
MONACO COACH CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 238 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Beaver Coach Contessa.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V450000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | September 5, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 5, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Monaco is recalling 238 my 2008-2009 safari cheetah, beaver contessa, and my 2009 monterey class a motorhomes equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Monaco is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during september 2008. Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or monaco at 1-888-685-6545.
Notes
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 08V450000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Beaver Coach Contessa | 2008, 2009 |
| Beaver Coach Monterey | 2009 |
| Safari Coach Cheetah | 2008, 2009 |
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.