NHTSA Recall 97V094000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V094000; Date: Jun. 6, 1997
A complete fracture of a frame tower can cause a loss of steering control and potentially result in a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Monaco Coach Dynasty; 1994 Monaco Coach Dynasty; 1995 Monaco Coach Dynasty; 1996 Monaco Coach Dynasty; 1997 Monaco Coach Dynasty
Component: Suspension:front
Manufactured by: Monaco Coach Corp.
Affected Units:: 1,329
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: class a motor homes. The two front frame towers used to mount the front axle control arms to the vehicle can develop fatigue cracks or fractures.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the welds on both frame towers and repair if necessary. A gusset reinforcement will be added to strengthen the maximum stress point of each frame tower.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification began June 20, 1997. 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 1-800-283-0869. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 20, 1997
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