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Newmar · Canada · Crit

Newmar King Aire Diesel Pusher Motorhome, Essex Diesel Pusher Motorhome +3 more: Electrical

Affects Newmar King Aire Diesel Pusher Motorhome, Essex Diesel Pusher Motorhome, Ventana Diesel Pusher Motorhome, Dutch Star Diesel Pusher Motorhome, Mountain Aire Diesel Pusher Motorhome · 2010–2011 — about 31 vehicles.

The hazard

Certain motorhomes may contain a defective crimp connection in the auxiliary battery cable assembly. A defective connection may result in an inadequate electrical connection or disengagement of the cable, which could lead to electrical arcing, overheating, and generate sufficient heat for ignition of surrounding materials. Ignition of surrounding materials could result in property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the auxiliary battery cable assemblies.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational