Newell recall: Structure
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
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.
Vehicles covered
- Newell Motor Home 2010–2011
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 10V192000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Newell Coach Corp.
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 7, 2010
- Owners notified
- May 19, 2010
- Vehicles or items affected
- 18
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Mar 12, 2009 to Mar 29, 2010
- Part
- Structure › Body › Door
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 .
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Newell recall: Visibility Feb 14, 2012
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.