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2005 Viking Epic problems

It has 2.0 times the complaints of a typical Epic model year.

Typical year2.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
1

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Recalls 1

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported August 19, 2005 · 3,624 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain camping trailers, the innovative design technologies roof lift system is defective and may fail allowing the roof to collapse unexpectedly.
Risk
Should this occur, there is potential for personal injury to any occupants inside the trailer at the time of failure.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary parts. The recall began on october 27, 2005. Owners may contact their local dealers. If unable to find a local dealer, contact viking at 1‑800‑239‑6157.

Recall number 05V364000 · Recall details

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What 2005 Viking Epic owners say

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Filed Oct 13, 2005 · VT

Consumer trailer was with the dealer for repairs but was told that the parts has not been shipped to fix the problem. *ts ***nar received 10-13-05*** recall 05v364000.

Filed Sep 8, 2005 · MI

Dt: the contact received recall 05v364000 on viking epic pop-up trailer on 8-19-05. She took it to a local dealer ,and viking told them they could not perform the recall because they were not a viking dealer. She called a viking dealer, and they told her they were anticipating getting the parts within a couple of days. On 9-7-05 the dealer called and told her they are not sure if they are even going to be getting the parts in. She called around at some other dealers, and was told they are not even sure if viking is going to have a replacement part because the manufacturer is trying to get out of the recall.

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Is the 2005 Viking Epic reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2005 Viking Epic, 2.0 times a typical Epic model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Viking Epic?

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How many recalls does the 2005 Viking Epic have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

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