Vehicle recall 09V459000 · December 1, 2009

2005-2008 Newell Motor Home

The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Newell is recalling model year 2005-2008 motor homes equipped with caterpillar C15 engine. The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may result in a fire.
Remedy: Newell is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. Please see caterpillar's defect report 09E-020. Caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.
Notes: Owners 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

NHTSA campaign: 09V459000
Reported to NHTSA: December 1, 2009
Filed by: NEWELL COACH CORP.
Owner notification: October 30, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected: 113
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Engine and engine cooling

Recall 09V459000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Newell Motor Home (2005-2008): 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005

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