1997 Newmar Scottsdale Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 1997 Newmar Scottsdale problems

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Vehicle speed controlReported January 24, 2008 · 5,575 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain class a motor homes constructed on ford f-53ty1 and p131 motor home chassis and equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Risk: Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
Remedy: Newmar is working with ford in conducting this recall. Ford will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. Owners may contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332 or newmar at 574‑773‑7791. (note: also see ford recalls 05v017, 05v388, and 06v286)

Recall number 08V025000 · Recall details

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported March 5, 2007 · 16,190 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain class a and diesel pusher motor homes and fifth wheel trailers equipped with a two-door refrigerator, manufactured by the dometic corporation, may have a defect in the boiler tube. Pressurized coolant solution could be released into an area where an ignition source (gas flame) is present.
Risk: Release of coolant under certain conditions could ignite and result in a fire.
Remedy: Newmar will be working with dometic in order to repair these refrigerators (please see 06e076). Dometic will repair these refrigerators by installing a secondary burn housing, a thermal fuse, and a melt fuse free of charge. Dometic has retained stericycle inc. To manage this campaign. Stericycle will assist you in locating dealerships or service centers and will provide assistance with scheduling of appointments. Owners may contact dometic/stericycle at 1‑888‑446‑5157 or newmar at 1‑574‑773‑7791.

Recall number 07V075000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 1997 Newmar Scottsdale reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Newmar Scottsdale.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Newmar Scottsdale?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1997 Newmar Scottsdale have?

2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and equipment.

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