The problem
Newell is recalling 65 my 2006-2007 motor homes equipped with a valid manufacturing leveling system. The automatic height control system may inadvertently go into a mode that Allows air to pass from one side to the other side in the rear suspension air bags.
The risk
During travel, the coach may lean to one side or the other increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the firmware in the electronic keypad control module located in the dash of the coach free of charge. The began on march 11, 2008. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.
Contacts
Customers 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.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Newell dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V136000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.