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2001-2004 Newmar Essex, Newmar Kountry Aire and others recall: control arm

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on October 3, 2003. It covers about 33 vehicles.

vehicles affected
33
reported
Oct 3, 2003

Suspension: front: control arm

What is wrong
On certain motorhomes equipped with tuthill independent front suspensions, the defect is insufficient tightening torque of the steering knuckle carrier bolt that may result in separation of the steering knuckle from one of the control arms.
Risk
Should the steering knuckle carrier separate from the control arm, the operator could loose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Tuthill will notify its customers and provide a retrofit kit p/n k704627 free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact tuthill transport technologies at 800‑225‑7824 (ext. #390), spartan at 517‑543‑6400, or newmar at 574‑773‑7791.

Recall number 03V369000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V369000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2004 Newmar Essex, Newmar Kountry Aire and others control arm?

Yes. Recall 03V369000, reported on October 3, 2003, covers about 33 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V369000?

Tuthill will notify its customers and provide a retrofit kit p/n k704627 free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact tuthill transport technologies at 800‑225‑7824 (ext. #390), spartan at 517‑543‑6400, or newmar at 574‑773‑7791.

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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