NHTSA Recall 08V136000: Springs/bags (suspension)
NEWELL COACH CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 65 vehicles. It affects 2006–2007 Newell Motor Home.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V136000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › SPRINGS › AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM › SPRINGS/BAGS |
| Report received | March 25, 2008 |
| Owner notification | March 11, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newell is recalling 65 my 2006-2007 motor homes equipped with a valid manufacturing leveling system. The automatic height control system may inadvertently go into a mode that allows air to pass from one side to the other side in the rear suspension air bags.
Safety risk
During travel, the coach may lean to one side or the other increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the firmware in the electronic keypad control module located in the dash of the coach free of charge. The began on march 11, 2008. Owners may contact newell at 1-888-963-9355.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V136000
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.