2005 Holiday Rambler Presidential problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Holiday Rambler Presidential.
Body type
- Trailer · Camping or Travel Trailer: 3 of 3 decoded VINs
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.
Recalls filed by Holiday Rambler
Structure #04V483000 · 2004 · 3,439 units
Problem: On certain fifth wheel trailers, a deficiency in the structural integrity of the main frame rails could cause the rails to crack and axles could shift, causing the fifth wheel to pull erratically.
Risk: This could cause the driver of the tow vehicle to lose control creating the potential for a crash resulting in personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and add an addition of gusset plates and cross tubes to strenghen the axle spring hangers. the recall began on october 29, 2004. owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Equipment #04V555000 · 2004 · 1,637 units
Problem: On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with liquid propane gas (lpg), it was discovered an excess of lpg hose was coiled in the rear refrigerator access compartment a causing it to be routed close in proximity to the burner flue box cover of the refrigerator.
Risk: This could potentially cause thermal damage to the lpg line and produce a leak of lpg in the access compartment that could result in an explosion or fire.
Fix: Owners are being asked to inspect the lpg line from the outside of the vehicle to ensure that it is not close to the burner. if no damage to the line is present and the lpg line is the appropriate length and routed correctly, the cover will be reinstalled and no further action will be taken. if an excess of hose is causing contact or close proximity to the burner cover, owners should shut off t
Wheels #05V418000 · 2005 · 306 units
Problem: On certain travel trailers and fifth wheel trailers equipped with tredit wheels, the rims may have poor weld quality and insufficient press fit between the wheel rim and disc.
Risk: The center of the wheel could separate from the rim. the wheel may wobble and cause a vibration or the mounted tire could lose air causing the tire to go flat, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Monaco is working with tredit tire to notify owners and have the wheels replaced free of charge. the recall began on october 26, 2005. owners may contact 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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Replacement parts for the systems owners report most: water, LP gas, slide-outs, electrical.
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FAQ
Does the 2005 Holiday Rambler Presidential have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Holiday Rambler for the 2005 Presidential. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2005 Holiday Rambler Presidential problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is service brakes, electric.