NHTSA recall 10V228000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Newmar Dutch Aire DP and 5 more
Reported May 27, 2010152 vehicles affectedNEWMAR CORPORATIONBuilt Oct 13, 2009 – Apr 12, 2010
The defect
Newmar IS recalling certain model year 2010-2011 motor homes manufactured from october 13, 2009 through april 12, 2010. these motor homes may contain a defective crimp connection in the auxiliary battery cable assembly. the defective connection may result in an inadequate electrical connection or disengagement of the cable. resultant electrical arcing and overheating may generate sufficient heat for ignition of surrounding materials.
The risk
Failure of the connection may result in a vehicle fire.
The remedy
Newmar will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on august 2, 2010. owners may contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300.