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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 07V004📅 Jan 4, 2007

2003–2005 Newell Motor Home recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain Motor homes, the steering box mounting bolts may not have been properly tightened during production process.

💥 The risk

Excessive play in the steering and possible separation of the steering box could occur, resulting in loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Newellwill inspect the mounting bolts and replace and re-tighten the bolts as necessary. The recall began on january 9, 2007. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
07V004000
Manufacturer
NEWELL COACH CORP.
Vehicles affected
138
Component
STEERING
Owner phone
1-888-963-9355
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 9, 2007
Built
Feb 14, 2003 – Dec 12, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 07V004 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 07V004?

2003–2005 Newell Motor Home. 138 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Newell dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-888-963-9355.