2006 Monaco Signature problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Monaco Signature.
Body type
- Incomplete - Motor Home Chassis · Not Applicable: 1 of 1 decoded VINs
Decoded with NHTSA vPIC from the partial VINs owners included in complaints.
Recalls filed by Monaco
Power Train #05V568000 · 2005 · 30 units
Problem: On certain class a motor homes built with cummins isx 600 hp engines, the straps that hold the u-joints onto the rear end and the transmission can loosen. The lock washer on the straps can spread out and allow the mounting bolts to work loose. This can allow the driveline to separate from the transmission and fall off the motor home.
Risk: Loss of control of the vehicle may occur, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the u-joint straps, bolts, and lock washers with new straps, and bolts with locktite free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2005. Owners may contact Monaco at 800-685-6545.
Engine And Engine Cooling #06V182000 · 2006 · 465 units
Problem: On certain class a motor homes equipped with detroit diesel series c-60 engines, the electronic control module (ECM) will require to be reprogrammed to current mainframe calibrations.
Risk: Reprogramming the ECM will prevent the potential of a turbocharger failure from progressing to an engine compartment fire.
Fix: Detroit diesel is conducting this recall (please see 06E019000) and will reprogram the ECM to current mainframe calibrations free of charge. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or Monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Seats #07V481000 · 2007 · 53 units
Problem: Certain class a motor homes equipped with driver seats built by villa international fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 207, "seating systems." The lower slide rails of the air suspension can fail.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, separation of the seat from the seat pedestal may lead to personal injury of the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Monaco is working with villa to install two reinforcement tethers between the front of the seat pedestal and the top of the air suspension free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2007. Owners may contact Monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. 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 2006 Monaco Signature have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls filed by Monaco for the 2006 Signature. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2006 Monaco Signature problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is electrical system.