NHTSA Recall 02V093000: Service brakes, electric
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Newmar Newaire.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V093000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC |
| Report received | March 22, 2002 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain class a motor homes equipped with an electdraulic-braking device built by ausco. When activated, the master cylinder applies the brakes on the tag axle. If the motor home is traveling, the tag axle brakes could lock-up.
Safety risk
This will cause severe heat in the brakes resulting in a possible fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace this braking device with one from a different manufacturer. Owner notification began may 15, 2002. 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 newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Notes
Consumers can 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 02V093000
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.