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 2008 Ram Ram 1500 Mega Cab 4X2 LARAMIE SWB

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MSRP: $38,100
Invoice: $33,606

Gas Mileage:
CTY: N/A    HWY: N/A    CMB: N/A
Engine/Fuel: 8 Cyl Gas
Transmission: A
Door/Body Style: 4 Door/Fullsize Pickup,TRU
Drive Type: RWD

Prices/Warranty

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  • General
  • MSRP: $38,100
  • Invoice Price: $33,606
  • Destination Charge: $0
  • Warranty
  • Basic (Month): 36
  • Basic (Mileage): 36000
  • Powertrain (Month): 0
  • Powertrain (Mileage):  
  • Rust (Month): 60
  • Rust (Mileage): 100000

Engine & Emissions

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  • Engines & Emissions
  • 5.7-Liter, Hemi(R) 90-Degree V8, 16-Valve, OHV, SEFI Engine; Front/Longitudinal Mounted With Horsepower Of 345@5400, Torque Of 375@4200, Cast Iron Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads
  • Engine
  • Type of Engine: 5.7L V8
  • Displacement (CC): 5654
  • Fuel System: SEFI
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 345@5400
  • Torque @ RPM: 375@4200
  • Turbo: N
  • Compression ratio: 9.6
  • Cylinders: 8
  • RPM @ Peak Horsepower: 5400
  • Bore X Stroke: 3.92x3.58
  • Fuel Type: Gas

Dimensions

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  • Exterior Dimensions
  • Track Front: 68.6
  • Track Rear: 68.2
  • Ground Clearance (in): 7.1
  • Overall Length (in): 247.7
  • Overall Width (in): 79.5
  • Overall Height (in): 74.5
  • Wheelbase (in): 160.5
  • Curb weight (lbs): 6179
  • Interior Dimensions
  • Seating capacity - Standard: 6
  • Seating Capacity - Maximum: 6
  • Headroom front (in): 40.8
  • Headroom rear (in): 40.5
  • Hip room front (in): 64.9
  • Hip room rear (in): 64.4
  • Leg room front (in): 41.0
  • Leg room rear (in): 44.2
  • Shoulder room front (in): 67.0
  • Shoulder room rear (in): 66.5

Features

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  • Exterior Features
  • Bodyside/Cab Step or Running Board: Option
  • Bumper Step Up: Standard
  • Front Air Dam: Standard
  • Metallic Paint: Standard
  • Power Sliding Side Van Door: N/A
  • Power Trunk Lid: N/A
  • Rear Spoiler: N/A
  • Skid Plate or Underbody Protection: Option
  • Splash or Mud Guards: Option
  • Wind Deflector or Buffer for Convertibles: N/A
  • Exterior
    • Body Color and Chrome Fascia
    • Chrome Body Side Molding
    • Chrome Grille
    • Crew Cab
    • Front Air Dam
    • Front and Rear Chrome Bumpers
    • Front Foglights
    • Halogen Headlights
    • Laramie Badge
    • Metallic Paint (If Selected)
    • Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light
    • Rear Step Up Bumper
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
  • Air Conditioning: Standard
  • Automatic Climate Control: N/A
  • Interior Pollen/Particle/Dust Air Filter: Not listed
  • Rear Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning: Standard
  • Rear HVAC Ducts: Standard
  • Rear Seat HVAC Controls: Not listed
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    • Manual Air Conditioning
    • Rear HVAC Ducts
    • Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
  • Entertainment
  • Cassette Player: Option
  • CD Changer: Option
  • CD Player: Standard
  • DVD Player: Option
  • Hands Free or Voice Activated Phone: N/A
  • Navigational Aid: Option
  • Radio: Standard
  • Second Row Sound Controls/Accessories: Not listed
  • Subwoofer: Not listed
  • Telematic Systems: N/A
  • Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
    • AM/FM Radio With Infinity(R) Speaker System and 7 Speakers Total; CD Player; Sirius Satellite Radio (1-Year Service Included; Service Unavailable In Hawaii)
    • Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
    • Radio Antenna
    • Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
  • Instrumentation
  • Battery Gauge: Standard
  • Clock: Not listed
  • Compass: Standard
  • Cruise Control: Standard
  • Electroluminescent Instrumentation: N/A
  • Gauges: Standard
  • Inside Temperature Gauge: N/A
  • Intelligent Cruise Control: N/A
  • Night Vision: N/A
  • Oil Gauge: Standard
  • Outside Temperature Gauge: Standard
  • Service or Maintenance Interval Indicator: Not listed
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Standard
  • Tachometer: Standard
  • Tire Inflation/Pressure Monitor: Standard
  • Trip Computer: Standard
  • Instrumentation
    • Audible Warnings Include Beltalert Seatbelts Unfastened
    • Battery Gauge
    • Compass
    • Cruise Control
    • Exterior Temperature Gauge
    • Oil Pressure Gauge
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Cruise Control and Audio
    • Tachometer
    • Tire Pressure Monitor
    • Trip Computer
    • Unconnect(TM) Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth(R) Wireless Enabled Devices
  • Lighting
  • Automatic Headlights: Not listed
  • Cornering Lights: N/A
  • Daytime Running Lights: Not listed
  • Fog Lights: Standard
  • Halogen Headlights: Standard
  • Headlight Washers: N/A
  • High Intensity Discharge Headlights: N/A
  • Windshield Wiper Activated Headlights: N/A
  • Roof
  • Power Sunroof/Moonroof: Option
  • Removable/Convertible Top: N/A
  • Sunroof/Moonroof: Option
  • Wheels & Tires
  • Alloy Wheels: Standard
  • Chrome Wheels: Standard
  • Exterior Rear Mounted Tire Carrier: N/A
  • Full Size Spare Tire: Standard
  • Interior Spare Tire for SUVs & Vans: N/A
  • Self Sealing/Run Flat Tires: N/A
  • Steel Wheels: Not listed
  • Underbody Tire Carrier: Standard
  • Wheels & Tires
    • Chrome Alloy Wheels, 17-In. X 8-In.
    • Full-Size Spare Tire
    • SBRLT265/70R17E BSW, Michelin(R) All-Season Tires
    • Underbody Tire Carrier
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • Exterior Auto Day/Night/Electrochromic Mirrir
    • Glass Rear Window on Convertible
    • Heated Exterior Mirror
    • Heated Washer System
    • Heated Windshield Glass
    • Interior Auto Day/Night/Electrochromic Mirror
    • Interval Wipers
    • Oversize or Wide Angle Exterior Mirror
    • Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror
    • Power Backlight Window
    • Rain Sensing Wipers
    • Rear Wiper
    • Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window
    • Tinted Glass
    • Vehicle Speed Sensing Wiper Interval
    • Windshield Wiper De-Icer
  • Windows/Mirrors/Wipers
  • Exterior Auto Day/Night/Electrochromic Mirrir: N/A
  • Glass Rear Window on Convertible: N/A
  • Heated Exterior Mirror: Standard
  • Heated Washer System: N/A
  • Heated Windshield Glass: N/A
  • Interior Auto Day/Night/Electrochromic Mirror: Standard
  • Interval Wipers: Standard
  • Oversize or Wide Angle Exterior Mirror: Option
  • Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror: Standard
  • Power Backlight Window: N/A
  • Rain Sensing Wipers: N/A
  • Rear Wiper: N/A
  • Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window: Standard
  • Tinted Glass: Standard
  • Vehicle Speed Sensing Wiper Interval: N/A
  • Windshield Wiper De-Icer: N/A
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • Dual Folding Power Adjustable Heated Exterior Rearview Mirrors
    • Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
    • Front Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
    • Front Dual Sunvisors
    • Power Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window
    • Power Window Lockout/Override
    • Power Windows With Driver Side One Touch Down
    • Rear Privacy Glass
    • Tinted Glass
    • Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers

Safety Features

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  • Safety Features
  • Crash Sensors Turn On Interior Lights and Unlock Doors
  • Crumple Zones
  • Driver Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
  • Front and Rear Outboard 3-Point Seatbelts With Front Center Lap Belt
  • Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
  • Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
  • L A T C H
  • Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
  • Passenger Airbag With Multi-Stage Deployment
  • Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
  • Side Guard Door Beams
  • Anti-Theft
  • Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
  • Power Door Locks
  • Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Sentry Key(R) Engine Immobilizer
  • Braking & Traction
  • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
  • Electronic Brake Force Distribution
  • Front Power 353-mm X 36-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 353-mm X 30-mm Solid Disc Brakes

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    Recalls for 2008 Ram

    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ALUMA-LITE
    NHTSA Campaign ID:LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
    Manufacturer:Monaco RV, LLC
    Manufacture Dates:10/19/2007 - 03/15/2012
    Potential Units Affected:3175

    Defect Description:

    Monaco RV, LLC (Monaco) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 recreational vehicles equipped with Fastec-brand door locks. It may be possible to remove the key from the lock in a way that potentially jams the deadbolt.

    Consequence:

    If the deadbolt jams, the interior side of the door lock may also jam. A person inside the travel trailer at the time will then be locked in and be unable to exit the vehicle without using the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

    Action:

    Monaco will notify owners, and Fastec will coordinate the inspection and replacement of the cylinders, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2014. Owners may contact Monaco at 1-877-466-6226 or Fastec at 1-800-837-2505.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER AMBASSADOR
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
    Manufacturer:KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC
    Manufacture Dates: -
    Potential Units Affected:1960

    Defect Description:

    KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC., (KPPS) IS RECALLING ON BEHALF OF MONACO COACH CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED AFTER APRIL 2007 AND EQUIPPED WITH PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES SUPPLIED BY KPPS. THE DRIVE PIN WHICH SECURES THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM TO THE BALANCE OF THE ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME DISENGAGED, THIS MAY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN VEHICLE BRAKING AND/OR CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MOVE OUT OF POSITION AND INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE PEDAL FUNCTION.

    Consequence:

    A REDUCTION IN BRAKING OR INTERFERENCE WITH THE THROTTLE PEDAL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

    Action:

    KPPS WILL PROVIDE A CLAMP ASSEMBLY KIT ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KPPS AT 1-877-485-6647.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER AMBASSADOR
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:12/12/2006 - 05/23/2007
    Potential Units Affected:630

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH ATWOOD SEALED BURNER RANGES, THE RANGE AND SLIDE-IN BURNER TUBES LEADING FROM THE GAS MANIFOLD TO THE BURNER HEADS HAD A DEPRESSION OR 'KINK' IN THE EXTERIOR BEND RESTRICTING PROPER AIRFLOW AND GAS MIXTURE.

    Consequence:

    THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.

    Action:

    MONACO IS WORKING WITH ATWOOD TO HAVE THE TUBES REPLACED ON THESE RANGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ATWOOD AT 1-800-348-7418 OR MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ARISTA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:06/01/2005 - 10/01/2008
    Potential Units Affected:202

    Defect Description:

    MONACO IS RECALLING 202 MY 2006 MONARCH SE, MY 2009 RIPTIDE, MY 2006 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ADMIRAL SE, MY 2007-2009 ARISTA, MY 2007-2009 SAFARI PASSAGE, MY 2006 SIMBA AND TREK GAS, AND MY 2006-2007 R-VISION TRAIL-LITE AND TRAIL-AIRE MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON WORKHORSE CHASSIS. THE CASTLE NUT THAT RETAINS THE STEERING DRAG LINK TO THE PITMAN ARM MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY TORQUED DURING ASSEMBLY. THE IMPROPER TORQUE MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE CASTLE NUT AND COMPROMISED THE INTEGRITY OF THE CONNECTION.

    Consequence:

    IF THE DRAG LINK WERE TO SEPARATE FROM THE PITMAN ARM, THE DRIVER WOULD NOT HAVE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE POSSIBLY CAUSING A CRASH.

    Action:

    MONACO IS WORKING WITH WORKHORSE TO REPLACE AND PROPERLY TIGHTEN THE CASTLE NUT THAT RETAINS THE STEERING DRAG LINK TO THE PITMAN ARM (PLEASE SEE 08V442). OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-946-7731 OR MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ARISTA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:12/05/2006 - 01/10/2008
    Potential Units Affected:125

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS, THE FRONT RUN PANEL HAS AN EXPOSED TERMINAL POST ON ITS SIDE WHICH ALLOWS THE OIL DIPSTICK TO POTENTIALLY MAKE CONTACT WHEN CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL. THE LOCATION OF THE EXPOSED TERMINAL POST IS UNDER THE FRONT ENGINE ACCESS HOOD.

    Consequence:

    WHEN THE OIL LEVEL IS CHECKED, IT MAY BE POSSIBLE FOR THE DIPSTICK TO CONTACT THE EXPOSED WIRE TERMINAL STUD AND IF OTHER END OF THE DIPSTICK IS GROUNDED, THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR A SPARK WHICH COULD CREATE A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE WIRE FROM THE TERMINAL AND INSTALL BOOT COVERS, THEN REINSTALL THE WIRE AND SLIP COVER OVER THE CONNECTION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ARISTA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG LINES AND FITTINGS
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:10/25/2006 - 06/06/2008
    Potential Units Affected:152

    Defect Description:

    MONACO IS RECALLING 152 MY 2006-2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ARISTA, ATLANTIS, AND SAFARI PASSAGE AND IVORY MOTOR HOMES. THERE IS AN ERROR IN THE ROUTING OF THE LIQUID PROPANE (LP) LINE FROM BELOW AND THROUGH THE MAIN FLOOR AND THE SLIDE-OUT FLOOR. THE LP LINE CAN BECOME ENTANGLED WITH THE 12 VOLT AND 120 VOLT WIRING WHICH COULD CAUSE THE HOSE TO KINK AND/OR BECOME DAMAGED WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN LP LEAK.

    Consequence:

    IF THE LP LINE WAS TO LEAK AND A SPARK OCCURS, THIS COULD LEAD A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A KIT TO REPLACE AND REROUTE THE LP LINE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ATLANTIS SE
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE:LPG LINES AND FITTINGS
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:10/25/2006 - 06/06/2008
    Potential Units Affected:152

    Defect Description:

    MONACO IS RECALLING 152 MY 2006-2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ARISTA, ATLANTIS, AND SAFARI PASSAGE AND IVORY MOTOR HOMES. THERE IS AN ERROR IN THE ROUTING OF THE LIQUID PROPANE (LP) LINE FROM BELOW AND THROUGH THE MAIN FLOOR AND THE SLIDE-OUT FLOOR. THE LP LINE CAN BECOME ENTANGLED WITH THE 12 VOLT AND 120 VOLT WIRING WHICH COULD CAUSE THE HOSE TO KINK AND/OR BECOME DAMAGED WHICH COULD LEAD TO AN LP LEAK.

    Consequence:

    IF THE LP LINE WAS TO LEAK AND A SPARK OCCURS, THIS COULD LEAD A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A KIT TO REPLACE AND REROUTE THE LP LINE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ENDEAVOR
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
    Manufacturer:KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC
    Manufacture Dates: -
    Potential Units Affected:1960

    Defect Description:

    KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC., (KPPS) IS RECALLING ON BEHALF OF MONACO COACH CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED AFTER APRIL 2007 AND EQUIPPED WITH PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES SUPPLIED BY KPPS. THE DRIVE PIN WHICH SECURES THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM TO THE BALANCE OF THE ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME DISENGAGED, THIS MAY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN VEHICLE BRAKING AND/OR CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MOVE OUT OF POSITION AND INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE PEDAL FUNCTION.

    Consequence:

    A REDUCTION IN BRAKING OR INTERFERENCE WITH THE THROTTLE PEDAL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

    Action:

    KPPS WILL PROVIDE A CLAMP ASSEMBLY KIT ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KPPS AT 1-877-485-6647.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ENDEAVOR
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:12/12/2006 - 05/23/2007
    Potential Units Affected:630

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH ATWOOD SEALED BURNER RANGES, THE RANGE AND SLIDE-IN BURNER TUBES LEADING FROM THE GAS MANIFOLD TO THE BURNER HEADS HAD A DEPRESSION OR 'KINK' IN THE EXTERIOR BEND RESTRICTING PROPER AIRFLOW AND GAS MIXTURE.

    Consequence:

    THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.

    Action:

    MONACO IS WORKING WITH ATWOOD TO HAVE THE TUBES REPLACED ON THESE RANGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ATWOOD AT 1-800-348-7418 OR MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER IMPERIAL
    NHTSA Campaign ID:STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:08/27/2007 - 11/14/2007
    Potential Units Affected:96

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH TRW STEERING GEARS, MODELS TAS85 AND RCS85, THESE STEERING GEARS CONTAIN POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE SECTOR SHAFTS WITH AN INCORRECT GEAR TOOTH WHICH MAY INTERFERE WITH THE RACK-PISTON TEETH, RESULTING IN A STICK OR BIND CONDITION.

    Consequence:

    THIS CONDITION HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE THE STEERING GEAR TO STALL AND RESTRICT THE STEERING TURNING ANGLE OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

    Action:

    MONACO IS WORKING WITH TRW TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR (PLEASE SEE 07E101). THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545 OR TRW AT 1-765-429-1768.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER IMPERIAL
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
    Manufacturer:KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC
    Manufacture Dates: -
    Potential Units Affected:1960

    Defect Description:

    KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC., (KPPS) IS RECALLING ON BEHALF OF MONACO COACH CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED AFTER APRIL 2007 AND EQUIPPED WITH PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES SUPPLIED BY KPPS. THE DRIVE PIN WHICH SECURES THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM TO THE BALANCE OF THE ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME DISENGAGED, THIS MAY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN VEHICLE BRAKING AND/OR CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MOVE OUT OF POSITION AND INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE PEDAL FUNCTION.

    Consequence:

    A REDUCTION IN BRAKING OR INTERFERENCE WITH THE THROTTLE PEDAL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

    Action:

    KPPS WILL PROVIDE A CLAMP ASSEMBLY KIT ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KPPS AT 1-877-485-6647.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER NAVIGATOR
    NHTSA Campaign ID:STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:08/27/2007 - 11/14/2007
    Potential Units Affected:96

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH TRW STEERING GEARS, MODELS TAS85 AND RCS85, THESE STEERING GEARS CONTAIN POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE SECTOR SHAFTS WITH AN INCORRECT GEAR TOOTH WHICH MAY INTERFERE WITH THE RACK-PISTON TEETH, RESULTING IN A STICK OR BIND CONDITION.

    Consequence:

    THIS CONDITION HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE THE STEERING GEAR TO STALL AND RESTRICT THE STEERING TURNING ANGLE OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

    Action:

    MONACO IS WORKING WITH TRW TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR (PLEASE SEE 07E101). THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545 OR TRW AT 1-765-429-1768.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER NAVIGATOR
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
    Manufacturer:KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC
    Manufacture Dates: -
    Potential Units Affected:1960

    Defect Description:

    KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC., (KPPS) IS RECALLING ON BEHALF OF MONACO COACH CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED AFTER APRIL 2007 AND EQUIPPED WITH PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES SUPPLIED BY KPPS. THE DRIVE PIN WHICH SECURES THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM TO THE BALANCE OF THE ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME DISENGAGED, THIS MAY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN VEHICLE BRAKING AND/OR CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MOVE OUT OF POSITION AND INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE PEDAL FUNCTION.

    Consequence:

    A REDUCTION IN BRAKING OR INTERFERENCE WITH THE THROTTLE PEDAL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

    Action:

    KPPS WILL PROVIDE A CLAMP ASSEMBLY KIT ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KPPS AT 1-877-485-6647.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER NEPTUNE
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:12/12/2006 - 05/23/2007
    Potential Units Affected:630

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH ATWOOD SEALED BURNER RANGES, THE RANGE AND SLIDE-IN BURNER TUBES LEADING FROM THE GAS MANIFOLD TO THE BURNER HEADS HAD A DEPRESSION OR 'KINK' IN THE EXTERIOR BEND RESTRICTING PROPER AIRFLOW AND GAS MIXTURE.

    Consequence:

    THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.

    Action:

    MONACO IS WORKING WITH ATWOOD TO HAVE THE TUBES REPLACED ON THESE RANGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ATWOOD AT 1-800-348-7418 OR MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER SAVOY
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:08/24/2006 - 09/17/2007
    Potential Units Affected:207

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN TRAVEL TRAILERS, THE CONVERTER NEUTRAL WIRE WAS CONNECTED TO THE BONDING (GROUND) BAR INSTEAD OF THE NEUTRAL BAR.

    Consequence:

    THIS COULD LEAD TO A SITUATION WITH A SHOCK HAZARD INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE NEUTRAL WIRE FROM THE BONDING BAR AND INSTALL IT ON THE NEUTRAL BAR, BOTH OF WHICH ARE LOCATED IN THE LOAD CENTER OF THE VEHICLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER SCEPTER
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
    Manufacturer:KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC
    Manufacture Dates: -
    Potential Units Affected:1960

    Defect Description:

    KONGSBERG POWER PRODUCTS SYSTEMS I, INC., (KPPS) IS RECALLING ON BEHALF OF MONACO COACH CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED AFTER APRIL 2007 AND EQUIPPED WITH PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES SUPPLIED BY KPPS. THE DRIVE PIN WHICH SECURES THE BRAKE PEDAL ARM TO THE BALANCE OF THE ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME DISENGAGED, THIS MAY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN VEHICLE BRAKING AND/OR CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MOVE OUT OF POSITION AND INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE PEDAL FUNCTION.

    Consequence:

    A REDUCTION IN BRAKING OR INTERFERENCE WITH THE THROTTLE PEDAL COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

    Action:

    KPPS WILL PROVIDE A CLAMP ASSEMBLY KIT ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KPPS AT 1-877-485-6647.
    2008 HOLIDAY RAMBLER SPECTER
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE
    Manufacturer:MONACO COACH CORPORATION
    Manufacture Dates:12/12/2006 - 05/23/2007
    Potential Units Affected:630

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH ATWOOD SEALED BURNER RANGES, THE RANGE AND SLIDE-IN BURNER TUBES LEADING FROM THE GAS MANIFOLD TO THE BURNER HEADS HAD A DEPRESSION OR 'KINK' IN THE EXTERIOR BEND RESTRICTING PROPER AIRFLOW AND GAS MIXTURE.

    Consequence:

    THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.

    Action:

    MONACO IS WORKING WITH ATWOOD TO HAVE THE TUBES REPLACED ON THESE RANGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ATWOOD AT 1-800-348-7418 OR MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.
    2008 RAM 3500
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
    Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
    Manufacture Dates:01/30/2007 - 01/29/2010
    Potential Units Affected:74811

    Defect Description:

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

    Consequence:

    If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Action:

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.
    2008 RAM 4500
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
    Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
    Manufacture Dates:06/13/2007 - 02/16/2010
    Potential Units Affected:74811

    Defect Description:

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

    Consequence:

    If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Action:

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.
    2008 RAM 5500
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
    Manufacturer:Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
    Manufacture Dates:06/13/2007 - 02/16/2010
    Potential Units Affected:74811

    Defect Description:

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

    Consequence:

    If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Action:

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.

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