Newmar Corporation | NHTSA Recall #02V188000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V188000 by Newmar Corporation. Includes 41 affected units, NEWMAR/BRAKE AIR LINES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain class a, diesel pusher, motor homes built on freightliner chassis, the wheel well liners being installed on the front tire wells, required the air line assembly on the ifs to be moved to allow the attachment of the liners to the chassis. during this process, it has been found that if the air bags are completely deflated, the tire could rub the air line supplying air to the brakes.

Corrective Action

Dealers will detach the support bracket for the air line that supplies the brake and move the bracket inboard 3" and reattach by welding. owner notification began july 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V188000
Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation
Report Received Date: 2002-07-12T00:00:00
Subject: Newmar/brake air lines
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 41

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain class a, diesel pusher, motor homes built on freightliner chassis, the wheel well liners being installed on the front tire wells, required the air line assembly on the ifs to be moved to allow the attachment of the liners to the chassis. during this process, it has been found that if the air bags are completely deflated, the tire could rub the air line supplying air to the brakes.
Consequence Summary: This could cause the line to fail resulting in a loss of brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will detach the support bracket for the air line that supplies the brake and move the bracket inboard 3" and reattach by welding. owner notification began july 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-6yjt-jhtx_8kbv
NHTSA ID: 02V188000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
Updated Meta: N/A
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