On several occasions there has been a strong smell of carbon monoxide in the motorhome. Manufacturer has been notified about this problem, but motorhome has not been serviced.
The worst 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine2
- Suspension1
- Tires1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Engine2
- Suspension1
- Tires1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I am not the vehicle owner. Owner had unit up on hwh leveling system to run a wire from front to rear. No warning labels on vehicle indicated the hwh system can fail collapse as a rest of a minor nudge. I was under unit when all 4 jacks folded under. I received extensive crush injury to right shoulder. Later found there is a small warning sticker on lift controls in the cab, but no warning exists on or near the wheel wells. Also understand that there are 2 types of hwh leveling systems, big foot and kick downs. This incident could not happen with the big foot as they are hard mounted to the chassis and deployed straight down. The kick downs swing into position, but have no safety detent to prevent a fold over. Medical bills to date are in excess of $15,000.00. Note: holiday places a tire pressure warning on each wheel well, but no indication of the risk of leveler collapse.
Sidewalls separated on front tires. (michelin x p5 235 x 85 cx 16) nlm
Without any indication the engine dies, no steering control, no brakes. Will start back up when put into neutral. Problem occurred three times. Dealer attempting to repair vehicle.
Motorhome has a severe rocking and tracking problem. It is very hard to control at all speeds. Dealers unable to correct problem.
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Questions about the 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer
Is the 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer, 2.5 times a typical Vacationer model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer?
Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Holiday Rambler Vacationer have?
No recalls on record.
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