2004 Monaco Coach Windsor Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 2, 2019 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Windsor years
Not enough data 3rd of 10 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Monaco Coach Windsor. That ranks 3rd out of 10 Windsor model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 89,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 7 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 Monaco Coach Windsor problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~89,000 mi
Seat Belts1
Service Brakes, Air1 · ~18,800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System133%89,000——
Seat Belts133%———
Service Brakes, Air133%18,800——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2004, with 1 complaints
2004: 1200412006: 1200612019: 120191

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Monaco Coach Windsor recalls (7)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:water heaterMay 13, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V223000 · 1,606 vehicles

Problem: On certain class a motor homes equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.

Risk: The surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.

Fix: Dealers will replace the combustion chambers (burner tubes) with a new one free of charge. Owners may contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:water heaterDec 23, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V598000 · 86 vehicles

Problem: On certain motor homes, the water heater exhaust on the curve side wall under the back side of the kitchen slideout room box terminates under the slide box when in the extended position. This design could create a risk of migration of carbon monoxide into the interior of the motor home.

Risk: Exposure of the occupants to carbon monoxide could result in injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the water heater with a 16 gallon atwood unit that has a different exhaust termination. The recall began march 25, 2005. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:water heaterOct 1, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V476000 · 44 vehicles

Problem: On certain motor homes manufactured with optional aqua hot hydronic heaters, the exhaust termination for the heater was located under the bedroom slide out, when it should have been placed beyond the periphery of the vehicle.

Risk: This makes it possible for fumes to enter the coach and possibly allow carbon monoxide fumes to vent into the motor home, which could result in serious injury or death to the passengers.

Fix: For the 2003 motor homes, dealers will use the existing pipe from the aqua hot hydronic heater, and repair it so that the end termination will be to the passenger side of the motor home. For the 2004 and 2005 motor homes, dealers will add an exhaust pipe to the existing exhaust system from the aqua hot hydronic heater. The additional pipe will be installed so that the end termination will also be to the passenger side of the motor home. The recall began on october 27, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Engine and engine cooling:engine:dieselSep 13, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V441000 · 1,189 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorhomes equipped with cummins engines, oil can leak into the engine compartment from a crack in the cup plug.

Risk: Oil leakage on a hot engine can result in an engine compartment fire, possibly resulting in injuries.

Fix: Cummins is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Cummins will install a steel cup plug boss cap to all affected engines. Owners should contact cummins customer assistance center at 1-800-343-7357 or monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailerMay 10, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V224000 · 35 vehicles

Problem: Certain motor homes had a water line (thermoid value-flex/gs) installed to the aqua-hot heating system unit ("aqua hot") when a fuel line should have been used.

Risk: The incorrect line may allow seepage of fuel and vapors into the bay area of the motor home, creating the potential for an explosion or fire which could result in personal injury.

Fix: Dealers will remove the incorrect water line and replace it with the correct fuel line. Owner notification is expected to begin during may or june 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-498-9478.

Seat belts:front:anchorageFeb 17, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V080000 · 358 vehicles

Problem: Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems," and no. 210 "seat belt assembly anchorages." the seat belt anchorage bolts can fail.

Risk: The seat belt buckle anchorage can separate from the seat frame, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the belt latch bolt and install a bushing and a grade 5 bolt. Owner notification began march 8, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545 or villa international at 714-535-7272.

Service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsOct 1, 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V360000 · 26 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorhomes certification tags were omitted on the cloth covered front and rear brake line assemblies.

Risk: This does not comply with the standard.

Fix: Dealers will install new front and rear cloth covered brake lines that have the required certification tags. Owner notification began october 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact monaco at 1-877-466-6226.

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 2004 monaco coach windsor rv. While the motor home was parked, a puddle of fuel was discovered underneath the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel line connected to the number three fuel injector had cracked and…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Aug 2, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11241262

O4 monaco windsor with 19095 miles air breaks came on while driving, caused front brake acuator to freeze and burn out pads and disk,may have been on fire, everything charred. All unknown to driver till unit swing to left hard when brakes applied. Monaco answer to problem " have all brake…

Service Brakes, Air · received Apr 21, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10155828

Dealership was unable to perform seat belt recall 04v080000 repairs because the manufacturer had not sent consumer the recalled part. Dealership was waiting for over 3 months for the part.*ak

Seat Belts · received Jun 16, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10079378

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Monaco Coach Windsor?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, seat belts, service brakes, air problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Monaco Coach Windsor?

Yes, 7 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 Monaco Coach Windsor a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Windsor model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.