Defect Description For Recall
Newmar Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2010-2011 Motor Homes Manufactured From October 13, 2009 Through April 12, 2010. These Motor Homes May Contain A DefeCTIve Crimp ConneCTIon In The Auxiliary Battery Cable Assembly. The DefeCTIve ConneCTIon May Result In An Inadequate Electrical ConneCTIon Or Disengagement Of The Cable. Resultant Electrical Arcing And Overheating May Generate Sufficient Heat For Ignition Of Surrounding Materials.
Make Of Vehicle
NEWMAR
Model Of Vehicle
ESSEX DP
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
10V228000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of The ConneCTIon May Result In A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
Newmar Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On August 2, 2010. Owners May Contact Newmar At 1-800-731-8300.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20091013
End Of Manufacture
20100412
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
152
Date Owners Notified
20100802
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Date Report Received
20100527