2008-2014 Monaco Rv Motorhomes Recall 15V872: Steps

Recall 15V872 affects 2,123 2008-2014 Monaco Rv motorhomes with Lippert Coachstep bolts that can fracture and leave entry steps unstable. Repair is free.

What's wrong?

The Lippert-brand Coachstep Double Electric Steps on affected 2008-2014 Monaco Rv motorhomes are powered entry steps. They extend when someone enters or exits the coach, then retract under the body for travel. A bolt holds the fan gear assembly to the step mechanism so the steps move and stay in the expected position.

On these motorhomes, that bolt can fracture. The listed cause is stress on the bolt from misuse of the steps, overloading, collision, or other outside influence. Once the bolt breaks, the fan gear can disengage from the steps. The steps then fail to stay where expected and become unstable under a person's weight.

If the entry steps do not fully retract under the motorhome, treat that as a warning sign. The bolt fracture also can happen without a warning sign, so the step can feel normal until the gear separates.

Who's affected?

Spans multiple motorhome nameplates across 2008-2014, all tied to the same recreational vehicle/trailer equipment category.

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.

What's the safety risk?

Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury when someone boards or leaves the motorhome. A step that does not fully retract is a warning sign of a fractured bolt; a bolt fracture can also happen with no warning. Avoid using a loose or unstable step and schedule the repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Monaco Rv dealer once available.

What should I do?

1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2014 Monaco Rv Riptide, Cayman, Passage, Monarch, Diplomat, Ambassador, Endeavor, Knight, Neptune, Vacationer, Admiral, Arista, Dynasty, Lapalma, or Simba Diesel motorhome is included in this recall.
2. Wait for Monaco Rv's repair instructions before scheduling dealer work, since the remedy status is not listed as available in this slice.
3. Call Monaco Rv customer service at 1-800-509-3417 with questions and reference recall number 15V872 when you call.
4. Avoid using the electric entry steps until the step operating mechanism has been inspected or repaired.
5. Bring the recall notice if you have it, and ask about the free retainer-bracket repair that reinforces the unstable Coachstep operating mechanism.

What happens at the repair

Once the dealer repair is available, a Monaco Rv technician will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the Coachstep Double Electric Step operating mechanism. That bracket is meant to help keep the fan gear assembly engaged so the step holds its expected position. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. ARG has a general reimbursement plan on file for eligible out-of-pocket repairs. If you already paid for a related step repair, contact ARG customer service at 1-800-509-3417 and reference recall 151216REV for documentation instructions.

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Source documents

• Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) · RCRN
• Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) · RCRIT
• Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) · RCONL
• Download Owner Notice (PDF) · RCMN
• Download Recall Report (PDF) · RCLRPT
• Download Quarterly Report (PDF) · RCLQRT
• Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) · RCAK

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