2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma Problems
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 32,529miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma. The part named most often is brakes, with 3 complaints (27% of the total), followed by equipment (2) and other or unknown (2). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 83% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 32,529 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the lamp 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.
- Brakes3 27%
- Equipment2 18%
- Other or unknown2 18%
- Electrical system1 9.1%
- Body and structure1 9.1%
- Suspension1 9.1%
- Vehicle speed control1 9.1%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Owner had a recall on the monaco motorhome with a work horse chassis. The owner was waiting for the brake parts. The dealer has told the owner that the parts needed for the vehicle were not available. The owner has been waiting for more than 1 month but as of today the parts were still unavailable.”
NHTSA complaint #10099036, filed 2004-10, 11,200 milesEquipment: “Notified by norcold,inc. Of a fire hazard caused by my refrigerator . This is the second such recall , because the first one was an attempt to do a cheap quick fix and it didn't work . Now , they are doing it over to correct their first screw up. They refused to come to me to fix the problem .causing me to spend my money and time to have the problem repaired , maybe!! The letter states the installation of the high temperature sensor will be at no cost to you . They lied ! I do have to pay to have it repaired . …”
NHTSA complaint #10368351, filed 2010-11, 48,000 milesOther or unknown: “There was a recall for electrical problems and fractures of the floor truss network support system. We were notified of the recall. Having major problems we took vehicle to three rv service vendors. All of them contacted dealer and manufacturer, and were falsely told that the recall work had been done. We took vehicle back to dealer (guaranty in junction city, oregon) which refuses to do the recall repair unless we pay for it. This is a major safety hazard.”
NHTSA complaint #10471781, filed 2012-08, 60,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
83% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 18,000 and 48,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 07V010000Jan 16, 2007Trailer hitchesCovers: Monaco Coach Lapalma 2001–2003, Holiday Rambler Vacationer 2001–2003, Admiral 2001–2002 +4 more
On certain class a motor h0mes built with gasoline engines, the frame extension lower flange may crack allowing the hitch to bend and possibly separate from the motor home.
- 03V068000Mar 5, 2003Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › LampCovers: Monaco Coach Lapalma 2000–2003, Holiday Rambler Vacationer 2000–2003, Monaco Coach Monarch 1999–2002 +5 more
Certain motor home chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the brake system warning indicator may not function as required by standard.
- 02V278000Oct 22, 2002Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation componentsCovers: Monaco Coach Lapalma 2001–2003, 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…
- 02V237000Sep 9, 2002Body and structureCovers: Monaco Coach Lapalma 1999–2003, Holiday Rambler Admiral 1999–2002, Vacationer 2000–2003 +4 more
On certain class a motor homes, the floor truss network support system has a potential to weaken causing internal and external features to become misaligned. The affected vehicles are 1999 - 2003 class a motor homes manufactured on f53 20,500 pound gross…
- 01V360000Nov 27, 2001Exterior lightingCovers: Monaco Coach Lapalma 2002, Holiday Rambler Endeavor 2002
Vehicle description: certain class a motor homes fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." front reflectors need to be installed on the side of the front cap.
- 01V257000Aug 15, 2001Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Monaco Coach Lapalma 2000–2002, Holiday Rambler Admiral 2000–2002, Monaco Coach Monarch 2000–2002 +1 more
Vehicle description: motor homes built on workhorse chassis. Specific floor plans at issue are 30d, 30pbd, 32pbd, 36dpd, 36pbd, 36wdd, and 37wdd. The supply and return line carrying gasoline to and from the engine, may have been improperly routed and/or…
Recall details for the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma.
Other model years of the Monaco Coach Lapalma
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 11 | 32,529 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 5 | 26,500 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Monaco Coach Lapalma model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 3 complaints (27% of the total), followed by equipment with 2.
Has the 2002 Monaco Coach Lapalma been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 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 Lapalma reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 32,529 miles and the middle half falls between 18,000 and 48,000 miles; 83% 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.