7 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Posted on: 2009-12-01
Description
Newell is recalling model year 2005-2008 motor homes equipped with caterpillar c15 engine. The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Consequence
An oil leak may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Newell is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. Please see caterpillar's defect report 09e-020. Caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
DEFECT #2 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2007-08-31
Description
On certain motor homes equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
Consequence
This could delay or fail to apply the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Bendix is handling the remedy for this campaign please see (07e-037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 17, 2007. Owners may contact bendix at 440-329-9000 or newell coach at 1-888-963-9355.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM:SPRINGS/BAGS
Posted on: 2008-03-25
Description
Newell is recalling 65 my 2006-2007 motor homes equipped with a valid manufacturing leveling system. The automatic height control system may inadvertently go into a mode that allows air to pass from one side to the other side in the rear suspension air bags.
Consequence
During travel, the coach may lean to one side or the other increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the firmware in the electronic keypad control module located in the dash of the coach free of charge. The began on march 11, 2008. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Posted on: 2007-08-30
Description
On certain motor homes equipped with bendix parker check valves, the parker brass check valve which connects to the supply port of the bendix sr-7 spring brake can fail.
Consequence
This condition can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button. These conditions can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway, brake drag, or in the case of loss of primary circuit, inability to modulate the spring brakes.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brass check valve free of charge. The recall began on september 9, 2007. Owners may contact newell coach at 1-888-963-9355 or bendix at1- 440-329-9000.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2008-08-08
Description
Newell is recalling 80 my 2005-2008 model 450 motor homes equipped with zf transmissions. There is a potential for the shift selector to malfunction as a result of a cell phone or radio being placed in close proximity to the shifter control pad.
Consequence
The interference from the cell phone or radio could result in an unexpected change in direction and possible crash if a specific sequence of events were to occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the software for the transmission shift controller free of charge. The recall began on september 12, 2008. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #6 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Posted on: 2008-03-11
Description
Newell is recalling 156 my 2003-2008 motor homes equipped with caterpillar c-15 engines and vicker's hydraulic pumps. The hydraulic pump input shaft may not fully engage the engine drive sprocket causing failure of the input drive shaft.
Consequence
Loss of power steering assist could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Newell will replace the pump with one equipped with a longer shaft. The recall began on march 10, 2008. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2012-02-15
Description
Newell is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 motor coaches manufactured from january 2004 through july 2009, equipped with se-gi windows. The adhesive bond between the glass portion of the vent panel and hinge may degrade, and the panel may detach and fall from the vehicle.
Consequence
If this occurred during travel it could create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Corrective Action
The safety recall began on april 24, 2012. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.