2002 Holiday Rambler Neptune Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Neptune years
- Not enough data 6th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Holiday Rambler Neptune. That ranks 6th out of 10 Neptune model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 52,200 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Holiday Rambler Neptune problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 67% | 52,200 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Holiday Rambler Neptune recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly
Problem: On certain class a motor homes, the spacer plate under the trailing arms had a transverse weld which creates a heat riser and cause the trailing arms to crack.
Risk: This could create rough driving conditions and damage to rear suspension system. The driver could loose control of the motorhome and a crash could occur without prior notice.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the replace the trailing arms for cracks and replacing the trailing arms and u-bolts in the rear suspension of the motorhomes free of charge. The recall began on march 29, 2005. Owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
Suspension:front
Problem: On certain motorhomes, the i-beam leaf imitator in the front axle suspension could crack and break due to an inadequate welding process.
Risk: The i-beams on the front axle and the panard bracket on the rear axle could crack and break causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the original i-beam. Also, dealers will weld the stiffeners from the panard bar bracket to the center differential of the rear axle housing. Owner notification began march 1, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-877-466-6226.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Problem: On certain motor homes, the brake assemblies exhibit elevated temperatures that can lead to catastrophic deterioration of the wheel end components such as bearings, races, spindles, knuckles, seals, hubs, rotors, patch bolts, calipers, brake pads, and abs sensors.
Risk: This could result in loss of control, and/or the potential for a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front and rear brake calipers for corrosion and replace or rebuild the calipers as necessary. The recall began on august 18, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 HOLIDAY RAMBLER NEPTUNE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE, THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAKESIDE INTERNATIONAL TRUCKS (1008…
The consumer believes that the electrical system in her 2002 holiday rambler neptune caused several problems with the vehicle. *nm the consumer believes that the electrical system problem may have cause several of the following problems with the coach. The torque converter malfunctioned, turbo…
Consumer received recall 02v278000 concerning brake assembly failure. Consumer has had the recall notice since 10-11-03, and repairs were not done. *ak.
Other Holiday Rambler Neptune years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Neptune | 0 | 4 |
| 2010 Neptune | 0 | 4 |
| 2009 Neptune | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 Neptune | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Neptune | 6 | 2 |
| 2006 Neptune | 4 | 1 |
| 2005 Neptune | 4 | 1 |
| 2004 Neptune | 5 | 2 |
| 2003 Neptune | 4 | 4 |
| 2002 | 3 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Holiday Rambler Neptune?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Holiday Rambler Neptune?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Holiday Rambler Neptune a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Neptune model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.