2002 Monaco Coach Knight Problems
- Complaints
- 19filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 19,300miles, 16 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 19 consumer complaints for the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight. The part named most often is brakes, with 17 complaints (89% of the total), followed by engine (1) and body and structure (1). 16 of the complaints include a mileage, and 81% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 19,300 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes17 89%
- Engine1 5.3%
- Body and structure1 5.3%
Example complaints
Brakes: “In june 2010, while on my way to church annual conference, my right rear brake overheated and melted the ABS sensor. I called for roadside assistance and he found the problem, got the brake released and I finished my trip with no problems. Then in august 2010, while on my way to paintsville kentucky , my left front brake overheated. I was able to get stopped before the sensor melted and put a fan on the brake area and cooled it off. It was then free and I was able to continue on my trip with no additional problems. …”
NHTSA complaint #10382531, filed 2011-02, 21,750 milesEngine: “The contact owns a 2002 Monaco Coach Knight. While driving on the interstate at an unknown speed, the motor failed to function and almost caused a catastrophic situation when the vehicle came to a complete stop. The vehicle was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to inspect and diagnose the motor failure. In addition, a third party source investigated the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure to determine if they could provide a permanent repair. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11112559, filed 2018-07Body and structure: “Separation of firewall from floor boards. This is a structural failure and allows exhaust gas from generator to enter inside of motorhome. Mechanic at recent oil change and generator service noticed screws missing from firewall to floor board connection. There is a horizontal separation of approximately 1/8 inch and a vertical separation of 3/16 inch. All of the screws, except for one, where missing or sheared off. There is now a gap between the floor board to firewall mounting. …”
NHTSA complaint #10240805, filed 2008-09, 44,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
81% of the 16 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 27,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 08V257000Jun 5, 2008Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailerCovers: Monaco Coach Knight 2000–2002, Holiday Rambler Vacationer 1998–2002, Monaco Coach Dynasty 1998, 2000–2003 +24 more
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.
- 05V053000Feb 14, 2005Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assemblyCovers: Monaco Coach Knight 2002–2003, Cayman 2002–2005, Holiday Rambler Neptune 2002–2005 +4 more
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.
- 04V038000Jan 28, 2004Suspension › FrontCovers: Monaco Coach Knight 2002–2004, Holiday Rambler Ambassador 2002–2004, Monaco Coach Cayman 2002–2004 +5 more
On certain motorhomes, the I-beam leaf imitator in the front axle suspension could crack and break due to an inadequate welding process.
- 02V278000Oct 22, 2002Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation componentsCovers: Monaco Coach Knight 2000–2003, Safari Coach Sahara 1998–2002, Beaver Patriot 1998–2002 +21 more
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…
- 01V256000Aug 15, 2001Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Monaco Coach Knight 2001–2002, Holiday Rambler Ambassador 2001–2002
Vehicle description: motor homes. A unit is affected if the intermediate steering shaft is fully compressed or is too short to meet maximum extension specifications.
Recall details for the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE04068Unprotected lp gas lineClosed · Sep 29, 2004
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight.
Other model years of the Monaco Coach Knight
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 | 36,102 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 19 | 19,300 | 5 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 13 | 18,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 8 | 33,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Monaco Coach Knight model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight have?
NHTSA recorded 19 consumer complaints for the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 17 complaints (89% of the total), followed by engine with 1.
Has the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Monaco Coach Knight reported?
Among the 16 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 19,300 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 27,000 miles; 81% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.