We purchased this motorhome in october 2005 from lazydays rv center in seffner, fl and the recall 05v053000 was done. On april 27, 2007 we took the coach to monaco coach corporation for service because we had received a recall notice same as above. On 04/17/07 monaco checked for recall and said it was done. On 08/09/2007 we were driving on an interstate in the state of or and the rv started to sway and felt like it was going to turn over. We were going slow enough to gain control and stop the vehicle. On 08/10/2007 henderson's line up diagnosis the problem as broken trailing arm and installed the recall kit. On 11/11/2013 we were traveling on alt 27 toward williston, fl at 55 MPH and the rv began to sway and the trailing arm broke in half. The people behind us said the wheels lift of the ground on the right hand side. We gained control and pulled to side of road. Had rv towed to alliance coach service center where they diagnosed broken trailing arm. This is the same problem as the recall 05v053000 that has been fixed already 3 times. Who is responsible of the repair? This will be the 4th time this recall has been addressed. We feel even with the repair made this coach is not safe to drive. Is something else causing the trailing arm problem or is this coach just a lemon?
The worst 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah problems
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- Suspension2
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Recalls 2
Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Certain motor homes fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' two delivery lines on the brake system were installed incorrectly.
- Risk
- This does not meet the standard requirements.
- Remedy
- Dealers will switch the port hook-ups of the two delivery lines on the air brake system. The recall began on august 30, 2005. Owners may contact monaco at 1‑800‑685‑6545.
Recall number 05V291000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: springs: leaf spring assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain class a motor homes, the spacer plate under the trailing arms had a transverse weld which creates a heat riser and cause the trailing arms to crack.
- Risk
- This could create rough driving conditions and damage to rear suspension system. The driver could loose control of the motorhome and a crash could occur without prior notice.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the replace the trailing arms for cracks and replacing the trailing arms and u-bolts in the rear suspension of the motorhomes free of charge. The recall began on march 29, 2005. Owners may contact monaco at 1‑800‑685‑6545.
Recall number 05V053000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah 1
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What 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 safari coach cheetah. While driving 50 MPH the rear trailing arms failed, which temporarily disabled vehicle control. He was able to regain control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and technician concluded that the trailing arm needed to be replaced at an expense of $1500.00. He contacted the manufacturer in reference to recall# 05v05300(suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly). Upon contact a representative stated that because the vehicle was previously repaired according to the recall, he was ineligible for an additional free remedy. No repairs were made. The failure and current mileages were 42,000. Updated 10/29/09 *cn the trailing arm broke which caused the consumer to loose control. Updated 10/29/09
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Is the 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah, fewer than a typical Cheetah model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah?
Suspension, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, air and suspension.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Safari Coach Cheetah suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 05V053000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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