NHTSA Recall 98V314000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V314000; Date: Dec. 11, 1998
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Newell Motor Home; 1999 Newell Motor Home
Component: Suspension:front
Manufactured by: Newell Coach Corp.
Affected Units:: 60
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with dana suspensions. A machining operation was omitted from the suspension pivot arm.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Owner notification began March 11, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newell at 1-918-542-3344. 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: Mar 11, 1999
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