CarRecallWatch- Component
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
- Problem
- Newell Coach Corp. (Newell) is recalling certain 2017-2020 P50 motorcoaches. The passenger side wiper arm linkage may be too short, possibly causing the wiper to malfunction and rotate in a downward position.
- Risk
- If the wiper rotates in a downward position, visibility through the right side of the windshield may be reduced, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Newell will notify owners, and dealer will inspect and replace the wiper linkage with one that has been properly aligned, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newell customer service at 1-888-363-9355.
- 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
The passenger-side windshield wiper linkage on certain motorcoaches may be too short. This can cause the wiper to malfunction and rotate into a downward position, which may reduce visibility through the right side of the windshield and increase the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer, Newell Coach Corp., will notify owners. An authorized dealer will inspect the wiper linkage and replace it with a properly aligned one if needed. The repair is free of charge.
If you own an affected vehicle, contact Newell customer service at 1-888-363-9355 and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newell P50 | 2017201820192020 |
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