2005 Holiday Rambler Admiral SE problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Holiday Rambler Admiral SE.
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- Workhorse W22 (Incomplete - Motor Home Chassis): 2 of 3 decoded VINs · 3 NHTSA recalls filed by Workhorse for the 2005 W22
- Workhorse P32 (Incomplete - Motor Home Chassis): 1 of 3 decoded VINs · 1 NHTSA recalls filed by Workhorse for the 2005 P32
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints. For motorhomes, engine, brake and steering recalls are filed by the chassis maker and are not counted in the Holiday Rambler recalls above. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see both.
Recalls filed by Holiday Rambler
Electrical System #05V081000 · 2005 · 81 units
Problem: On certain class a motor homes built on workhorse chassis,the battery cables may not be secured properly inside of the chassis' frame rail. the battery cables may be located too near the engine exhaust.
Risk: This could potentially melt the battery cable and cause a back feed through the chassis 12v system which could result in injury or loss.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the battery cable to see if the cable is properly mounted inside of the chassis frame rail. if necessary, the battery cable will be mounted securely in existing holes in frame rail free of charge. the recall began on march 18, 2005. owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Electrical System #06V227000 · 2006 · 2,582 units
Problem: Certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with actia corporate instrument cluster fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 101, 'controls and displays,' and no. 105, 'hydraulic and electric brake systems.' if the brake fail input falls below a voltage of 1.5v, the brake failure lamp and alarm will be activated. also activation of the abs telltale when the abs is not properly functioning does not always occur.
Risk: At night the instrument cluster lights may fail and the driver may not be able to see the instrument panel gauges and the brake warning light indicator which could increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Workhorse is conducting this recall (please see 04v195000) and will reprogram the instrument panel cluster free of charge. owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731 or monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Engine And Engine Cooling #06V361000 · 2006 · 2,941 units
Problem: On certain motor homes built on workhorse chassis and equipped with gm 8.1l v8 engines, improper hardening during the heat treatment process can cause the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip to fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. if the damper becomes loose, fuel could be pumped by the fuel pump into the under hood area.
Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Fix: Workhorse is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign (please see 06v225). dealers will replace the fuel rail pulse damper retainer clips on these engines free of charge. owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773 or monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2005 Holiday Rambler Admiral SE have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Holiday Rambler for the 2005 Admiral SE. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2005 Holiday Rambler Admiral SE problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is service brakes, hydraulic.