Defect Description For Recall
Newmar Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2003 And 2004 Motor Homes And Recreational Vehicle Trailers Manufactured Between March 5, 2002 And April 3, 2003, Equipped With Certain Norcold Refrigerators. The Coolant Solution In These Cooling Units Can Escape.
Make Of Vehicle
NEWMAR
Model Of Vehicle
ESSEX
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
09V324000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If A Leak Occurs And The Unit Continues To Operate, Hydrogen Gas May Be Expelled And Can Be Ignited, Resulting In A Fire, Possibly Causing Serious Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
Newmar Is Working With Norcold To Notify Owners And The Vehicles Will Be Repaired Free Of Charge. The Remedy Campaign Will Be Conducted By Norcold. The Safety Recall Campaign Began On October 19, 2009. Owners May Contact Norcold Service Center At 1-800-767-9101 Or Newmar At 1-574-773-7791.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20020305
End Of Manufacture
20030403
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
493
Date Owners Notified
20090622
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Date Report Received
20090811