Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V483000 Reported October 5, 2004

Monaco/venture/frame enhancement

Monaco Coach Corporation · Structure · 3,439 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V483000
Manufacturer Campaign
R02233
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
3,439
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 5, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain fifth wheel trailers, a deficiency in the structural integrity of the main frame rails could cause the rails to crack and axles could shift, causing the fifth wheel to pull erratically.

Safety Consequence

This could cause the driver of the tow vehicle to lose control creating the potential for a crash resulting in personal injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and add an addition of gusset plates and cross tubes to strenghen the axle spring hangers. the recall began on october 29, 2004. owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Monaco Coach Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 04V483000 or campaign R02233.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V483000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V483000?

NHTSA recall 04V483000 was issued by Monaco Coach Corporation on October 5, 2004. It addresses: Monaco/venture/frame enhancement. The recall affects approximately 3,439 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Monaco Coach Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V483000 or the manufacturer campaign number R02233. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.