Recall 08V-414: 2004 Newmar Essex
NEWMAR CORPORATION recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 20, 2008, covering about 1 vehicles.
The problem
Newmar is recalling 1 my 2004 essex diesel pusher motor home built on a freightliner chassis and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves. The internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
The risk
This could cause a delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Newmar is working with daimler trucks and bendix to repair this vehicle (Please see 07v302 and 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712, bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
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
| Manufacturer | NEWMAR CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Check Valve |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V414000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 08V-414?
Newmar is recalling 1 my 2004 essex diesel pusher motor home built on a freightliner chassis and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves. The internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
How is recall 08V-414 fixed?
Newmar is working with daimler trucks and bendix to repair this vehicle (Please see 07v302 and 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712, bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
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.