Newmar Corporation | NHTSA Recall #09V324000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V324000 by Newmar Corporation. Includes 493 affected units, REFRIGERATOR FIRE, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Newmar is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 motor homes and recreational vehicle trailers manufactured between march 5, 2002 and april 3, 2003, equipped with certain norcold refrigerators. the coolant solution in these cooling units can escape.

Corrective Action

Newmar is working with norcold to notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. the remedy campaign will be conducted by norcold. the safety recall campaign began on october 19, 2009. owners may contact norcold service center at 1-800-767-9101 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V324000

Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation

Report Received Date: 2009-08-11T00:00:00

Subject: Refrigerator fire

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 493

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Newmar is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 motor homes and recreational vehicle trailers manufactured between march 5, 2002 and april 3, 2003, equipped with certain norcold refrigerators. the coolant solution in these cooling units can escape.

Consequence Summary: If a leak occurs and the unit continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Newmar is working with norcold to notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. the remedy campaign will be conducted by norcold. the safety recall campaign began on october 19, 2009. owners may contact norcold service center at 1-800-767-9101 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V324000

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Created At: 1742808662

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