Recall 06V-284: 2006–2007 Newmar Torrey Pine FW

NEWMAR CORPORATION recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 24, 2006, covering about 17 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-284
Report date
Jul 24, 2006
Vehicles affected
17
Owners notified
Oct 6, 2006

The problem

Certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with 8000 lb. Tandem axles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size listed on the federal tag is incorrect.

The risk

At the incorrectly stated pressure, the rear tires are unable to support the gross axle weight rating (Gawr) for the rear axle.

The fix

Dealers will install a new federal id tag with the correct tire information free of charge. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact newmar at 1-800-561-5790.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerNEWMAR CORPORATION
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V284000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Newmar Torrey Pine FW2006, 2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-284?

Certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with 8000 lb. Tandem axles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size listed on the federal tag is incorrect.

How is recall 06V-284 fixed?

Dealers will install a new federal id tag with the correct tire information free of charge. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact newmar at 1-800-561-5790.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.