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2003 Holiday Rambler Ambassador recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Holiday Rambler Ambassador. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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2003 Holiday Rambler Ambassador recalls, newest first

June 5, 2008NHTSA 08V2570008,587 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer

Summary
Monaco is recalling certain motor homes equipped with norcold refrigerators. A fatigue failure in the section of the cooling unit which contains the refrigerant could allow the liquid solution to slowly leak.
Consequence
Extended operation of a leaking cooling unit could lead to a fire from gas which might escape.
Remedy
Monaco is working with norcold to repair these refrigerators. Norcold will provide thermal switch kits to owners along with the necessary forms and instructions. The recall began on August 29, 2008. Owners may contact norcold at 1-800-767-9101 or monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 14, 2005NHTSA 05V0530002,827 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 28, 2004NHTSA 04V0380002,156 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front

Summary
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 28, 2003NHTSA 03V267000135 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Summary
On certain motor homes, the battery cable that is attached to the circuit breaker is routed too close to the frame of the coach.
Consequence
This could result in the cable becoming worn and creating an electrical short in the 12-volt system that could damage the battery and/or circuit breaker.
Remedy
Dealers will rotate the eyelet on the circuit breaker to eliminate the possibility of the cable rubbing on the frame. Owner notification began August 22, 2003. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 22, 2002NHTSA 02V2780008,581 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components

Summary
On certain motor homes, the brake assemblies exhibit elevated temperatures that can lead to catastrophic deterioration of the wheel end components such as bearings, races, spindles, knuckles, seals, hubs, rotors, patch bolts, calipers, brake pads, and ABS sensors.
Consequence
This could result in loss of control, and/or the potential for a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front and rear brake calipers for corrosion and replace or rebuild the calipers as necessary. The recall began on August 18, 2004. Owners should contact monaco at 1-800-685-6545.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 18 complaints about the 2003 Holiday Rambler Ambassador with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes13
  2. Hydraulic4
  3. Suspension › Rear4
  4. Structure3
  5. Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly3

Other Holiday Rambler Ambassador years

Other 2003 Holiday Rambler models

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  3. 2003 Honda Odyssey (15 recalls)
  4. 2003 Subaru Outback (15 recalls)
  5. 2003 Subaru Legacy (15 recalls)
All of 2003’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2003 Holiday Rambler Ambassador have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, suspension, electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Holiday Rambler Ambassador recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Holiday Rambler dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Holiday Rambler Ambassador?
18 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.