2003 Holiday Rambler Neptune Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Neptune years
- Not enough data 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Holiday Rambler Neptune. That ranks 3rd out of 10 Neptune model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 18,953 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 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 | 50% | 18,953 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | 34,063 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | 3,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Holiday Rambler Neptune recalls (4)
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.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Problem: On certain motor homes, the battery cable that is attached to the circuit breaker is routed too close to the frame of the coach.
Risk: This could result in the cable becoming worn and creating an electrical short in the 12-volt system that could damage the battery and/or circuit breaker.
Fix: Dealers will rotate the eyelet on the circuit breaker to eliminate the possibility of the cable rubbing on the frame. Owner notification began august 22, 2003. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.
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 2003 holiday rambler neptune. The contact stated that the exhaust pipe fell from the turbo clamp, which caused the hanger to fail. The failure damaged the wiring and the storage unit. The manufacturer apologized for the failure, but would not assist because the warranty was…
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 holiday rambler neptune. While driving 45-50 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal and smelled a burning odor. He drove five more miles and noticed smoke coming from the rear driver's side wheel. The rear brakes locked. The vehicle was jacked up for approximately an…
Brake failure, all four wheels on 2003 holiday rambler neptune, as according to nhtsa#02v278000l. Replaced all four calipers and one hydr disc one brake pad 2 seal 2 scotseal 2gaskets. *tr
When driving at night consumer is not able to see the instruments on the dashboard due to poor design and the way it reflects in the window. Dealer urges consumer not to drive at night. *ak *mr
Other Holiday Rambler Neptune years
← 2002 Neptune · 2004 Neptune →
| 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 | 4 | 4 |
| 2002 Neptune | 3 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Holiday Rambler Neptune?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling, structure problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Holiday Rambler Neptune?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 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 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.