Monaco Coach Corporation | NHTSA Recall #04V555000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V555000 by Monaco Coach Corporation. Includes 1,637 affected units, MONACO/REFRIGERATOR HOSE, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with liquid propane gas (lpg), it was discovered an excess of lpg hose was coiled in the rear refrigerator access compartment a causing it to be routed close in proximity to the burner flue box cover of the refrigerator.

Corrective Action

Owners are being asked to inspect the lpg line from the outside of the vehicle to ensure that it is not close to the burner. if no damage to the line is present and the lpg line is the appropriate length and routed correctly, the cover will be reinstalled and no further action will be taken. if an excess of hose is causing contact or close proximity to the burner cover, owners should shut off the supply of gas at the lpg tanks and contact monaco immediately. the recall began december 8, 2004. owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V555000

Manufacturer: Monaco Coach Corporation

Report Received Date: 2004-11-19T00:00:00

Subject: Monaco/refrigerator hose

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 1,637

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RO4060

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with liquid propane gas (lpg), it was discovered an excess of lpg hose was coiled in the rear refrigerator access compartment a causing it to be routed close in proximity to the burner flue box cover of the refrigerator.

Consequence Summary: This could potentially cause thermal damage to the lpg line and produce a leak of lpg in the access compartment that could result in an explosion or fire.

Corrective Action: Owners are being asked to inspect the lpg line from the outside of the vehicle to ensure that it is not close to the burner. if no damage to the line is present and the lpg line is the appropriate length and routed correctly, the cover will be reinstalled and no further action will be taken. if an excess of hose is causing contact or close proximity to the burner cover, owners should shut off the supply of gas at the lpg tanks and contact monaco immediately. the recall began december 8, 2004. owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 04V555000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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