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2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2004 compare to other Scepter years?

Scepter NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted3 complaints2000: 0 complaints2001: 2 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 3 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 3 complaints2008: 0 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints
Scepter NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure150%
Visibility & Wipers150%

Does the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter have recalls?

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

05V223000OtherMay 13, 2005 · 1,606 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN CLASS A MOTOR HOMES EQUIPPED WITH VEHICLE SYSTEMS' AQUA-HOT AND HYDRO-HOT WATER HEATERS, WHICH USE WEBASTO BURNER TUBES, THE BURNER TUBES DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS AND COULD FAIL PREMATURELY.

Consequence

THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF THE EXHAUST TUBE EXITING FROM THE HEATER CAN INCREASE AND COULD POTENTIALLY IGNITE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS IN OR AROUND THE VEHICLE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COMBUSTION CHAMBERS (BURNER TUBES) WITH A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.

04V598000OtherDecember 23, 2004 · 86 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES, THE WATER HEATER EXHAUST ON THE CURVE SIDE WALL UNDER THE BACK SIDE OF THE KITCHEN SLIDEOUT ROOM BOX TERMINATES UNDER THE SLIDE BOX WHEN IN THE EXTENDED POSITION. THIS DESIGN COULD CREATE A RISK OF MIGRATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE MOTOR HOME.

Consequence

EXPOSURE OF THE OCCUPANTS TO CARBON MONOXIDE COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WATER HEATER WITH A 16 GALLON ATWOOD UNIT THAT HAS A DIFFERENT EXHAUST TERMINATION. THE RECALL BEGAN MARCH 25, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MONACO AT 1-800-685-6545.

04V080000Seat BeltsFebruary 17, 2004 · 358 units

Defect

CERTAIN MOTORHOMES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS," AND NO. 210 "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." THE SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE BOLTS CAN FAIL.

Consequence

THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHORAGE CAN SEPARATE FROM THE SEAT FRAME, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BELT LATCH BOLT AND INSTALL A BUSHING AND A GRADE 5 BOLT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 8, 2004. 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 1-800-685-6545 OR VILLA INTERNATIONAL AT 714-535-7272.

03V360000BrakesOctober 1, 2003 · 26 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“2005 HOILDAY RAMBLER,SCEPTOR.. CONCERN IS ONE PIECE WINDSHIELD. WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE OF THIS NEW RV THE WINDSHIELD KEEPS CRACKING DUE TO THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY IT HAS BEEN WORKED ON AND REPLACED FIVE TIMES. NOW IT NEEDS ANOTHER (6 TIMES ) I FEAR FOR OUR SAFETY I DON'T…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 5, 2004

“2005 HOILDAY RAMBLER,SCEPTOR.. CONCERN IS ONE PIECE WINDSHIELD. WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE OF THIS NEW RV THE WINDSHIELD KEEPS CRACKING DUE TO THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY IT HAS BEEN WORKED ON AND REPLACED FIVE TIMES. NOW IT NEEDS ANOTHER (6 TIMES ) I FEAR FOR OUR SAFETY I DON'T…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · August 5, 2004

2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter — common questions

Is the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2004 Holiday Rambler Scepter. 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.