2003-2004 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others recall: equipment

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on August 11, 2009. It covers about 493 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 493
reported: Aug 11, 2009
owners notified: Jun 22, 2009

Equipment

What is wrong: Newmar is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 motor homes and recreational vehicle trailers manufactured between march 5, 2002 and april 3, 2003, equipped with certain norcold refrigerators. The coolant solution in these cooling units can escape.
Risk: If a leak occurs and the unit continues to operate, hydrogen gas may be expelled and can be ignited, resulting in a fire, possibly causing serious injury or death.
Remedy: Newmar is working with norcold to notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The remedy campaign will be conducted by norcold. The safety recall campaign began on october 19, 2009. Owners may contact norcold service center at 1‑800‑767‑9101 or newmar at 1‑574‑773‑7791.

Recall number 09V324000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V324000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 09V324000, reported on August 11, 2009, covers about 493 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V324000?

Newmar is working with norcold to notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The remedy campaign will be conducted by norcold. The safety recall campaign began on october 19, 2009. Owners may contact norcold service center at 1‑800‑767‑9101 or newmar at 1‑574‑773‑7791.

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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