Newmar/tires
Defect Summary
On certain motor homes built on spartan/freightliner chassis and equipped with michelin 255/80r22.5 xrv tires, the cords can fatigue if the tires are overloaded or underinflated.
Safety Consequence
This may result in a loss of control and could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace only the front tires. it is important that the front tires are not rotated to the rear. a certification tag documenting the new front tires installation and simultaneously increasing the rear tire inflation pressures to 105 psi will be issued. owner notification began february 9, 2004. 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 1-574-773-2381.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Newmar Corporation or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 04V037000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V037000?
NHTSA recall 04V037000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on January 28, 2004. It addresses: Newmar/tires. The recall affects approximately 3,589 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V037000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.