When the brakes are applied there is a burning smell, and the brake pedal sometimes feels spongy. *ak brake work was done without the consumer's knowledge. Ever since then, there has been problems with the brakes. *ph the rotors were cracked, the plumbing flex hose was broken, the back clearance light was out, the furniture window treatment valance completely fell off, the were stress cracks in the fiberglass, the brakes locked up, electrical failures, repeated leveler failures, repeated aqua hot system failures, engine overheating, main slide failure while traveling, basement doors open during transit, transmission failure, and the service parkng brake failed(three times). The consumer requested a return of the purchse price or an exchange of the nonconforming coach for a conforming coach.
The worst 2001 Beaver Patriot problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes3
- Transmission2
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Brakes3
- Transmission2
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Lights1
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 Patriot 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2001 Beaver Patriot owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Manufacturer stated that they were not sending out any notification of brake assembly recall 02v27800 to consumers because they were not honoring the recall since they did not think it was valid.
2001 beaver patriot thunder coach had been undergoing repairs for transmission and levelers. *ph there were also problems with the bosch brakes. *tt
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Is the 2001 Beaver Patriot reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2001 Beaver Patriot, close to a typical Patriot model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Beaver Patriot?
Brakes, with 3 complaints. Next is transmission (2).
How many recalls does the 2001 Beaver Patriot have?
3 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Beaver Patriot brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 02V278000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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