NHTSA Recall 09V459000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V459000; Date: Dec. 1, 2009
An oil leak may result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 Newell Motor Home; 2006 Newell Motor Home; 2007 Newell Motor Home; 2008 Newell Motor Home
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Newell Coach Corp.
Affected Units:: 113
Recall Summary:
Newell is recalling model year 2005-2008 motor homes equipped with caterpillar c15 engine. The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
How to Fix:
Newell is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. Please see caterpillar's defect report 09e-020. Caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 30, 2009
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