Newell Coach Corp. | NHTSA Recall #98V314000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 98V314000 by Newell Coach Corp.. Includes 60 affected units, NEWELL/SUSPENSION, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with dana suspensions. a machining operation was omitted from the suspension pivot arm.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the upper wishbones that have any signs of metal to metal contact and all pivot arms will need to be modified whether or not they show signs of metal contact.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 98V314000

Manufacturer: Newell Coach Corp.

Report Received Date: 1998-12-11T00:00:00

Subject: Newell/suspension

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 60

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with dana suspensions. a machining operation was omitted from the suspension pivot arm.

Consequence Summary: The downward suspension travel will be restricted and an interference can occur between the pivot arm and the upper wishbone. if left unattended, it can result in deformation and cracking of the upper wishbone casting.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the upper wishbones that have any signs of metal to metal contact and all pivot arms will need to be modified whether or not they show signs of metal contact.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ag4w~3umf~743g

NHTSA ID: 98V314000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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