2004 Monaco Coach KNIGHT: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
5 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
36,102 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2004 model year. Data snapshot: . 5 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Suspension is the most frequently named component, appearing in 2 of 5 complaints (40.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 2 | 40.0% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 |
| Suspension:Rear | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
Suspension: 2; Suspension:Rear: 2; Electrical System: 1; Power Train: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 3 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 3; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 0 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
2006: 1; 2010: 2; 2012: 1; 2017: 1
Pattern summary
Suspension leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10151849 · 2006-03-06 (March 6, 2006)
ON A 2004 MONACO KNIGNT MOTOR HOME THE OIL SENDING SENSOR WILL GROUND OUT WHEN IT IS EXPOSED TO MOISTURE. (IE RAIN OR ROAD SPRAY) THIS CAUSES A FALSE WARNING BUZZER TO ACTIVATE. RESPONSIBLE ACTION IS TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND ATTEMPT TO DETERMINE THE REASON FOR THE WARNING BUZZER. POSSIBLE HAZARD IS BEING PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD ON INTERSTATE WHILE MAKING THE DETERMINATION OF THE CAUSE. ANOTHER POSSIBLE PROBLEM IS THE IGNORING OF THE WARNING BUZZER DUE TO IT FREQUENCY ASSUMING THAT IT IS A FALSE SIGNAL WHERE THERE IS A POTENT…
Owner-reported narrative. 13,125 miles reported. Look up ODI 10151849 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10317932 · 2010-03-09 (March 9, 2010)
I AM ORIGINAL OWNER, PURCHASED RV NEW SEPT 2004 FROM FRESNO DEALER. PRIOR TO THE ROAD INCIDENT, I NEVER REC'D OR HAD ANY NOTICE OF ANY RECALL OR PROBS, NOR HAD ANY SYMPTOMS. AFTER ABOUT 3 HRS OF DRIVING FROM THE CENTRAL VALLEY (VISALIA) DOWN I-5 THROUGH LA IN CA ON A REASONABLY FLAT HIGHWAY, I EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE RIGHT REAR TRAILING SUPPORT ARM ON 2004 MONACO KNIGHT, CAUSING WILD, UNCONTROLLED SWERVING INTO LANES ON EACH SIDE AND ROCKING SIDE TO SIDE. THE REACTIONS WERE MADE WORSE WITH BRAKING. THE METAL ARM WAS COMPLETELY…
Owner-reported narrative. 37,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10317932 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10332214 · 2010-05-25 (May 25, 2010)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2OO4 MONACO KNIGHT RV. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXCESSIVELY VIBRATED. THE CONTACT REDUCED SPEED AND CONTINUED WITH DRIVING WITH CAUTION. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT THE RESIDENCE , THE CONTACT DETECTED THAT THE REAR AXLE TRAILING ARMS WERE SEVERELY BENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR REPAIR. THE TECHNICIAN STATED BOTH TRAILING ARMS HAD BROKEN AND THE REAR SUSPENSION REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE CON…
Owner-reported narrative. 36,102 miles reported. Look up ODI 10332214 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10485019 · 2012-11-17 (November 17, 2012)
AS I PULLED OUT OF THE CAMPGROUND, THE TRAILING ARM ON THE PASSENGER SIDE BROKE ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO SLIP FORCING THE MOTORHOME TO VEER SHARPLY TO THE RIGHT. IF I HAD BEEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED RESULTS WOULD HAVE BEEN TOTAL LOSE OF CONTROL. AFTER SEARCHING MONACO BLOGS, I FOUND THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT MONACO HAS KNOWN ABOUT FOR YEARS. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 30,536 miles reported. Look up ODI 10485019 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10993522 · 2017-06-06 (June 6, 2017)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MONACO COACH KNIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WELD WAS 3/4 OF THE WAY CRACKED AND RUSTY FOR A LONG TIME. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE MOTORHOME STARTED TO SWAY EVERY TIME THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE MOTORHOME WAS TAKEN TO A CHASSIS REPAIR SHOP WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR TRAILING ARM FAILED AT THE WELD AND BOTH TRAILING ARMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MOTORHOME WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE MOTORHOME WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V03800…
Owner-reported narrative. 65,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10993522 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
3 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
03V360000 · Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Reported: 2003-10-01 (October 1, 2003)
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES CERTIFICATION TAGS WERE OMITTED ON THE CLOTH COVERED FRONT AND REAR BRAKE LINE ASSEMBLIES.
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗04V038000 · Suspension:Front
Reported: 2004-01-28 (January 28, 2004)
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES, THE I-BEAM LEAF IMITATOR IN THE FRONT AXLE SUSPENSION COULD CRACK AND BREAK DUE TO AN INADEQUATE WELDING PROCESS.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗04V441000 · Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
Reported: 2004-09-13 (September 13, 2004)
ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ENGINES, OIL CAN LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FROM A CRACK IN THE CUP PLUG.
Consequence: OIL LEAKAGE ON A HOT ENGINE CAN RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗