NHTSA Recall 15V061000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V061000; Date: Feb. 3, 2015
The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Newmar Essex; 2015 Newmar Essex; 2014 Newmar King Aire; 2015 Newmar King Aire
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:quick Release Valve
Manufactured by: Newmar Corporation
Affected Units:: 98
Recall Summary:
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 newmar king aire, and essex vehicles manufactured December 9, 2013, to December 16, 2014, equipped with certain wabco quick release valves with double check. In the affected valves, the rubber diaphragm may be damaged by sharp edges on the valve seat ribs, reducing the available air pressure in the air tanks.
How to Fix:
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the valve, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015. Owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 26, 2015
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