NHTSA recall 08V107000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Newell Motor Home
The defect
Newell IS recalling 156 my 2003-2008 motor homes equipped with caterpillar C-15 engines and vicker's hydraulic pumps. the hydraulic pump input shaft may not fully engage the engine drive sprocket causing failure of the input drive shaft.
The risk
Loss of power steering assist could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Newell will replace the pump with one equipped with a longer shaft. the recall began on march 10, 2008. owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.