A fire started around the right front wheel rim. The manufacturer replaced the brake caliper and turned the rotor. Two months later the problem recurred, the dealer replaced all the brake components.
The worst 2001 Beaver Contessa problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
Recalls 3
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components
- What is wrong
- On certain motor homes, the brake assemblies exhibit elevated temperatures that can lead to catastrophic deterioration of the wheel end components such as bearings, races, spindles, knuckles, seals, hubs, rotors, patch bolts, calipers, brake pads, and ABS sensors.
- Risk
- This could result in loss of control, and/or the potential for a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front and rear brake calipers for corrosion and replace or rebuild the calipers as necessary. The recall began on august 18, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1‑800‑685‑6545.
Recall number 02V278000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain motor homes built on dodge van chassis and equipped with safety belt assemblies produced by am-safe between january 28 and august 15, 2000. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
- Risk
- Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the seat belts. Owner notification began august 31, 2000. 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 am-safe commercial products at 219‑266‑8330 or smc at 1‑800‑344‑6332.
Recall number 01V097001 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain class a motor homes equipped with safety belt assemblies built by am-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
- Risk
- Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the seat belts. Owner notification began october 18, 20000. 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 smc customer service at 1‑800‑344‑6332 or am-safe at 1‑219‑266‑8330.
Recall number 01V128003 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Beaver Contessa 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2001 Beaver Contessa owners say
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Questions about the 2001 Beaver Contessa
Is the 2001 Beaver Contessa reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Beaver Contessa, fewer than a typical Contessa model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Beaver Contessa?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2001 Beaver Contessa have?
3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Beaver Contessa brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 02V278000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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