Consumer had to work at driving to constantly correct the vehicle's wandering and swaying. (nar) *ph the manufacturer assured the consumer that it was simply a matter of correcting the tire pressure to get the rv to steer properly. After changing the tire pressure several times the problem was not corrected. The consumer had a steering stabilizing package installed on the vehicle. Unfortunately the problem still exist. The consumer request reimbursement for the repairs made to improve the vehicle's instability.
The worst 2003 Safari Coach Trek problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension1
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- Suspension1
Recalls 3
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- On certain motor homes built on the workhorse p-series chassis, the parking brake bracket is not properly secured to the chassis and can be bent or broken when applied.
- Risk
- The parking brake could be disengaged and allow the motor home to roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add additional welds to the parking brake bracket. Owner notification began august 21, 2003. Owners should contact monaco at 1‑800‑685‑6545.
Recall number 03V268000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning: lamp
- What is wrong
- Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
- Risk
- In some of the affected vehicles, the brake system warning indicator will not illuminate when the ignition is in the start position or for a low brake fluid condition, if the body builder relied solely upon ford's ivm compliance statement for the brake system warning indicator.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the brake warning lamp circuit. Owner notification began may 7, 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 coach at 1‑877‑477‑6226.
Recall number 03V068000 · Recall details
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
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Safari Coach Trek 1
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What 2003 Safari Coach Trek owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving the propane tank (lpg) drags along the ground. The consumer is concerned that the vehicle will catch fire. Please provide additional information. *ph the tank is located btw the rear dual tires and overhang ending. Factory stated as long as it's a fraction above the hitch skid pad, it is engineered correctly. Consumer has scrapped the tank on his driveway and it doesn't have any protection. If ruptured, it could cause a fire.
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Is the 2003 Safari Coach Trek reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2003 Safari Coach Trek, close to a typical Trek model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Safari Coach Trek?
Suspension, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Safari Coach Trek have?
3 recalls, covering parking brake and service brakes, hydraulic.
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