Newmar Corporation | NHTSA Recall #15V747000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V747000 by Newmar Corporation. Affecting model year 2014-2016 canyon star motorhomes manufactured september 10, 2013, to august 18, 2015 and equipped with atwood on-demand water heaters Includes 90 affected units, Water Heater May Scald Operator, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014-2016 canyon star motorhomes manufactured september 10, 2013, to august 18, 2015 and equipped with atwood on-demand water heaters

Defect Summary

Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 canyon star motorhomes manufactured september 10, 2013, to august 18, 2015 and equipped with atwood on-demand water heaters. in the affected vehicles, the water heater valve may not be properly set and, as a result, the water and gas valve may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.

Corrective Action

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to eliminate the scald hazard, free of charge. the recall began on december 8, 2015. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V747000
Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation
Report Received Date: 2015-11-12T00:00:00
Subject: Water heater may scald operator
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 90

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 canyon star motorhomes manufactured september 10, 2013, to august 18, 2015 and equipped with atwood on-demand water heaters. in the affected vehicles, the water heater valve may not be properly set and, as a result, the water and gas valve may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
Consequence Summary: The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to eliminate the scald hazard, free of charge. the recall began on december 8, 2015. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 20

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NHTSA ID: 15V747000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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