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2000-2001 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Kountry Aire and others recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on October 7, 2000. It covers about 1,263 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,263
reported
Oct 7, 2000
owners notified
Oct 23, 2000
related complaints
4

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
Vehicle description: front and rear engine motor homes built on ford, spartan and workhorse chassis. All front engine class a motor homes built on ford and workhorse chassis were manufactured from january 1, through august 31, 2000. All rear engine motor homes built on spartan chassis were built from february 23 through august 31, 2000. These vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." an incorrect vent hose was installed on the fill nozzle to the fuel tank. The hose can break down allowing fuel leakage.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence to an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel vent hose.

Recall number 00V315000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about fuel system problems.

Questions about recall 00V315000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Kountry Aire and others hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 00V315000, reported on October 7, 2000, covers about 1,263 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V315000?

Dealers will replace the fuel vent hose.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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