CarRecallWatch- Component
- TIRES:VALVE
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Newmar New Aire motorhomes built on Daimler Trucks FCCC XCS chassis equipped with wheels that have Freightliner-logo shaped holes. These wheels have a valve stem stabilizer that may dislodge and damage the valve stem.
- Risk
- Valve stem damage can result in loss of air pressure in the inner tire, causing an overload of the outer tire and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will inspect and replace the inner wheel valve stem stabilizer, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-194.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain motorhomes built on Daimler Trucks FCCC XCS chassis have wheels with Freightliner-logo shaped holes. The valve stem stabilizer on these wheels may dislodge and damage the valve stem. Damage to the valve stem can cause the inner tire to lose air pressure, which overloads the outer tire and raises the risk of a crash.
Newmar will notify affected owners. Daimler Trucks dealers will inspect the inner wheel valve stem stabilizer and replace it if necessary, at no charge to you. The recall began on May 31, 2018. You can also contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300, and check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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