NHTSA Recall 04V403000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V403000; Date: Aug. 17, 2004
In the event of a crash, the shoulder harness may become loose or unattached causing serious injury to anyone in the passenger seat.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Newmar Dutch Star; 2004 Newmar Dutch Star; 2005 Newmar Dutch Star; 2004 Newmar Kountry Star; 2005 Newmar Kountry Star; 2004 Newmar Northern Star; 2005 Newmar Northern Star
Component: Seat Belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured by: Newmar Corporation
Affected Units:: 315
Recall Summary:
On certain motor homes, during manufacturing, the seat belt shoulder harness attachment location for the passenger seat was not properly welded or attached.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install a new plate over existing by drilling four attachment holes on each side of new plate and add securing bolts. This recall began October 1, 2004. Owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Recall Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 1, 2004
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