Recall 10V192000: 2010–2011 Newell Motor Home
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 7, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 18
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Newell is recall certain model year 2010-2011 motor coaches manufactured from march 12, 2009 through march 29, 2010. The entry door may suddenly open due to a wiring short.
The risk
If this occurred during travel it could cause driver distraction, and/or allowing someone who is not seated to fall out of the coach causing injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will add a safety interlock system that removes all electrical power to the door when the parking brake is released. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 19, 2010. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Newell Motor Home
- 2011 Newell Motor Home
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V192000
- Manufacturer
- NEWELL COACH CORP.
- Owner letters
- May 19, 2010
- Components
- Structure:body:door (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology