CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Safari Coach Trek has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2000 Safari Coach Trek recalls
Most common 2000 Safari Coach Trek problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 SAFARI TREK DIESEL. IN 2005, WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED A STRONG RUBBER-LIKE ODOR BURNING FROM HIS TIRES. HE ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, BUT THEY FAILED. THE BRAKES WERE REPAIRED AT THE COST OF $2,800. IN FEBRUARY OF 2008, THE SMELL AND FAILURE RECURRED. HE NOTICED THAT THE TIRES WERE EXTREMELY HOT DURING BOTH INSTANCES. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 02V278000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS). THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 29,500 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 18,000. UPDATED 05/05/08. *LJ UPDATED 05/05/08 *JB
THE CONSUMER STATED THE MOTOR HOME HAS A HARNESS THAT WAS FASTENED AND HELD TOGETHER BY PLASTIC. IN EXTREME HEAT THE PLASTIC MOUNTS MELTED AND CAUSED A SHORT CAUSING THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS TO FAIL. THE BATTERIES BURNED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO OPERATE ON THE CHASSIS BATTERY. THE OTHER BATTERY EXPLODED. VEHICLE IS NOW AT THE R.V. CENTER. *JB THE RED POSITIVE CABLE CONNECTING THE BATTERIES TO THE ALTERNATOR, GENERATOR, CHARGERS AND ISOLATOR WAS INSTALLED TOO LONG BY THE MANUFACTURER. THE EXCESS CABLE WAS SOMEHOW TUCKED UNDER THE FRAME BUT MADE IT'S WAY LOOSE AND FELL ON TOP OF THE EXHAUST PIPE AND MUFFLER. THE HEAT FROM THE PIPE AND MUFFLER MELTED THE HARNESS AND BURNED THROUGH THE CABLE
2000 Safari Coach Trek questions
Does the 2000 Safari Coach Trek have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2000 Safari Coach Trek: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Safari Coach Trek?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Safari Coach Trek has been fixed?
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