2004 Holiday Rambler Vacationer problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2004 Holiday Rambler Vacationer.
Built on
- Workhorse W22 (Incomplete - Motor Home Chassis): 4 of 6 decoded VINs · 2 NHTSA recalls filed by Workhorse for the 2004 W22
- Ford E-450 (Incomplete - Cutaway): 1 of 6 decoded VINs · 6 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2004 E-450
- Ford Motorhome Chassis (Incomplete - Stripped Chassis): 1 of 6 decoded VINs · 0 NHTSA recalls filed by Ford for the 2004 Motorhome Chassis
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
Tires #04V088000 · 2004 · 21 units
Problem: Certain motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the federal identification tag is incorrect. the tag states the rim size is 22.5x6.75g range. the correct rim size is 22.5x7.5f range.
Risk: An incorrect rim could be placed on the vehicle which could result in a tire blowout increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tag. owner notification began march 11, 2004. 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 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 8 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 2004 Holiday Rambler Vacationer have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Holiday Rambler for the 2004 Vacationer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2004 Holiday Rambler Vacationer problems?
In 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is service brakes, hydraulic.