Recall 10V192000
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Report Date
20100507
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Affected Vehicles
2 models
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | NEWELL | MOTOR HOME |
| 2011 | NEWELL | MOTOR HOME |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.