2003 Monaco Coach Cayman Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cayman years
- Not enough data 6th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Monaco Coach Cayman. That ranks 6th out of 10 Cayman model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 29,800 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Monaco Coach Cayman 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 | 3 | 100% | 29,800 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Monaco Coach Cayman 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 monaco coach cayman motor home. The contact stated that the brakes began to smoke while driving at 50 mph. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the brake hose was replace. The failure occurred on four different occasion. After the second failure, the vehicle was…
My 2003 monaco cayman motorhome with bosch brakes has had a complete brake failure. All four wheels have overheated and the repair bill will be over $4,000. It is still within the warranty, but monaco refuses to take responsibility. There was a recall under nhtsa campaign number 02v2278000 for this…
When the brakes were applied there was a delay before the vehicle would stop. The cause is unknown. Please describe further. *nlm
Other Monaco Coach Cayman years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Cayman | 0 | 4 |
| 2010 Cayman | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 Cayman | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 Cayman | 8 | 1 |
| 2007 Cayman | 3 | 2 |
| 2006 Cayman | 7 | 1 |
| 2005 Cayman | 7 | 1 |
| 2004 Cayman | 7 | 2 |
| 2003 | 3 | 4 |
| 2002 Cayman | 4 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Monaco Coach Cayman?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Monaco Coach Cayman?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Monaco Coach Cayman a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cayman model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.