EQUIPMENT
Published December 20, 2017 · Recall initiated: December 15, 2017
What's the hazard
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
What to do
Newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.
Recall details
- Brand
- NEWMAR
- Model
- SCOTTSDALE
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Lot
- 2006 NEWMAR SCOTTSDALE | 2005 NEWMAR SCOTTSDALE | 2004 NEWMAR SCOTTSDALE | 2003 NEWMAR SCOTTSDALE | 2018 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2017 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2011 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2008 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2007 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2018 NEWMAR VENTANA LE | 2017 NEWMAR VENTANA LE | 2008 NEWMAR ALL STAR | 2018 NEWMAR BAY STAR | 2015 NEWMAR BAY STAR | 2009 NEWMAR BAY STAR | 2012 NEWMAR BAY STAR | 2008 NEWMAR BAY STAR | 2007 NEWMAR BAY STAR | 2018 NEWMAR BAY STAR SPORT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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