NHTSA Recall 00V215003: Linkages (steering)
NEWELL COACH CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 104 vehicles. It affects 1996–2000 Newell Motor Home.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V215003 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | August 23, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with dana steering relay levers. The levers can develop surface cracking.
Safety risk
This cracking condition could cause a portion of the steering lever to break off, possibly causing loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering relay levers.
Notes
Owner notification began september 15, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newell coach at 1-918-542-3344. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V215003
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.