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2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other Alumascape years?

Alumascape NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted4 complaints1998: 1 complaints1999: 1 complaints2000: 2 complaints2001: 3 complaints2002: 3 complaints2003: 1 complaints2004: 4 complaints2005: 1 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 0 complaints2009: 3 complaints2015: 1 complaints
Alumascape NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes133%
Suspension133%
Tires & Wheels133%

Does the 2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10V455000OtherSeptember 27, 2010 · 7 units

Defect

NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DIMPLEX ELECTRAFLAME, SYMPHONY, OR OPTIFLAME BRANDED ELECTRIC FIREPLACES, STOVES, AND FIREPLACE INSERTS. THE PLUG IN REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER FOR THE FIREPLACE CAN OVERHEAT.

Consequence

AN OVERHEATED RECEIVER COULD CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy

NAVISTAR IS WORKING WITH DIMPLEX AND DIMPLEX WILL PROVIDE OWNERS A FREE REPLACEMENT PLUG-IN REMOTE CONTROL KIT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN DURING OCTOBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DIMPLEX NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-888-346-7539.

08V273000OtherJune 20, 2008 · 22 units

Defect

MONACO IS RECALLING 22 MY 2009 ALUMASCAPE FIFTH WHEEL, ALUMASCAPE SUITE AND PRESIDENTIAL TRAVEL TRAILERS. THESE TRAILERS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS." WHEN TIRES WERE CHANGED ON THESE VEHICLES, THE FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION LABEL WAS PRINTED WITH INCORRECT INFORMATION. THE TIRE INFLATION IS LISTED AS 80 PSI WHEN THE CORRECT PRESSURE SHOULD BE 65 PSI.

Consequence

OVER INFLATED TIRES COULD CAUSE OR CONTRIBUTE TO PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE; POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A SUDDEN BLOWOUT OR OTHER FAILURE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE UNIT INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL MAIL CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABELS ALONG WITH INSTRUCTIONS. CUSTOMERS WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 AUDI HOLIDAY RAMBLER TRAILER SERIES 32CK2 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE TIRE AND HUBCAP DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE WARNING INDICATED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AT [PHONE] AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STOLTZFUS RVS (3280 N…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 29, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 AUDI HOLIDAY RAMBLER TRAILER SERIES 32CK2 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE TIRE AND HUBCAP DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE WARNING INDICATED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AT [PHONE] AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STOLTZFUS RVS (3280 N…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · May 29, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 AUDI HOLIDAY RAMBLER TRAILER SERIES 32CK2 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE TIRE AND HUBCAP DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE WARNING INDICATED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AT [PHONE] AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STOLTZFUS RVS (3280 N…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · May 29, 2017

2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape — common questions

Is the 2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2009 Holiday Rambler Alumascape. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.