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2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter problems

The most common problem on the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter is body and structure. It has fewer complaints than a typical Scepter model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
4
Worst area
Body

The worst 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Body
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Problems by type

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  • Body
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls 4

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: water heaterReported May 13, 2005 · 1,606 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Risk
The surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the combustion chambers (burner tubes) with a new one free of charge. Owners may contact monaco at 1‑800‑685‑6545.

Recall number 05V223000 · Recall details

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: water heaterReported December 23, 2004 · 86 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motor homes, the water heater exhaust on the curve side wall under the back side of the kitchen slideout room box terminates under the slide box when in the extended position. This design could create a risk of migration of carbon monoxide into the interior of the motor home.
Risk
Exposure of the occupants to carbon monoxide could result in injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the water heater with a 16 gallon atwood unit that has a different exhaust termination. The recall began march 25, 2005. Owners should contact monaco at 1‑800‑685‑6545.

Recall number 04V598000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: anchorageReported February 17, 2004 · 358 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems," and no. 210 "seat belt assembly anchorages." the seat belt anchorage bolts can fail.
Risk
The seat belt buckle anchorage can separate from the seat frame, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the belt latch bolt and install a bushing and a grade 5 bolt. Owner notification began march 8, 2004. 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 1‑800‑685‑6545 or villa international at 714‑535‑7272.

Recall number 04V080000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported October 1, 2003 · 26 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorhomes certification tags were omitted on the cloth covered front and rear brake line assemblies.
Risk
This does not comply with the standard.
Remedy
Dealers will install new front and rear cloth covered brake lines that have the required certification tags. Owner notification began october 20, 2003. 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 1‑877‑466‑6226.

Recall number 03V360000 · Recall details

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What 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 10, 2005 · Body, Visibility · CA

2005 hoilday rambler,sceptor.. Concern is one piece windshield. We have had nothing but problems from day one of this new rv the windshield keeps cracking due to the structural integrity it has been worked on and replaced five times. Now it needs another (6 times ) I fear for our safety I don't want this rv...what can I do?

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Questions about the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter

Is the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter, fewer than a typical Scepter model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).

How many recalls does the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter have?

4 recalls, covering equipment, seat belts and service brakes, air.

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