2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar recalls and problems

The 2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Safari Coach dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar recalls

Recall 07V-423: Equipment

Reported Sep 6, 2007 · 3,463 vehicles affected · MONACO COACH CORPORATION

Problem: On certain motor homes, fifth wheel and travel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator manufactured by the dometic corporation, the refrigerator may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (Gas flame) is present.

Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.

Fix: Monaco will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (Please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist the owner in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1-888-446-5157 or monaco at 1-877-466-6226.

Recall 05V-053: Suspension

Reported Feb 14, 2005 · 2,827 vehicles affected · MONACO COACH CORPORATION

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.

2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Suspension1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Rear — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 48,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 48,000 miles · reported Jul 10, 2007
The contact owns a 2002 monaco safari coach zanzibar. The contact noticed that the rear driver side of the vehicle leaned down three inches. The dealer inspected the vehicle, but did not offer an explanation for the failure. The manufacturer stated that the suspension on the vehicle was inadequate and that no parts were available to perform a repair. As of july 10, 2007, the suspension has not been repaired. The contact stated that the parking brake does not engage properly. The dealer stated that the brake pads need to be replaced and the rotors need to be turned. They replaced the pads, but…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar: 07V-423 (equipment), 05V-053 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Safari Coach Zanzibar?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (1 reports), followed by suspension (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 48,000 miles.

Are Safari Coach recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Safari Coach dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.