Trailing arm broke on both sides of my 2003 monaco safari sahara motorhome. These arms where replaced as per factory recall before I purchased this rv in august of 2007.
The worst 2003 Safari Coach Sahara problems
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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
Suspension: front
- What is wrong
- On certain motorhomes, the I-beam leaf imitator in the front axle suspension could crack and break due to an inadequate welding process.
- Risk
- The I-beams on the front axle and the panard bracket on the rear axle could crack and break causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the original I-beam. Also, dealers will weld the stiffeners from the panard bar bracket to the center differential of the rear axle housing. Owner notification began march 1, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1‑877‑466‑6226.
Recall number 04V038000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Safari Coach Sahara 1
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Is the 2003 Safari Coach Sahara reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Safari Coach Sahara, fewer than a typical Sahara model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Safari Coach Sahara?
Suspension, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Safari Coach Sahara have?
2 recalls, covering suspension.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Safari Coach Sahara suspension?
Yes, 2 recalls: 05V053000, 04V038000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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