Newell recall 26V-488: Steer Axle Air Springs Base May Crack
A cracked base may result in a loss of air pressure and suspension support, increasing the risk of a crash.
Campaign facts
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V488000 (26V-488)
- Filed by
- Newell Coach Corp.
- Report received
- July 28, 2026
- Component
- Suspension:front:springs:air suspension:springs/bags
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 51
- Model years
- 2025–2027
- Built between
- January 11, 2024 and April 6, 2026
- Owner letters
- August 3, 2026
- Recall initiated by
- The manufacturer
- Remedy completion rate
- 66.67% (latest quarterly report)
What is wrong
Newell Coach Corp. (Newell) is recalling certain 2025-2027 P50 coaches. The steer axle air spring base may crack.
The risk
A cracked base may result in a loss of air pressure and suspension support, increasing the risk of a crash.
Why suspension defects matter: A suspension part that breaks or separates can affect steering and handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the air springs as necessary and add a support plate to the base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Newell customer service at 1-888-363-9355.
About the suspension
The suspension keeps the tires on the road and the wheels aligned; it is also part of how the vehicle steers.
Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-488
- Newell P50 202720262025
What to do
- Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s lookup (below) to confirm that your vehicle is included and that the repair has not already been done.
- Call a dealer for the brand and book the repair. Quote NHTSA campaign 26V-488.
- Note any clunking, wandering or uneven tire wear and describe it when you book the repair.
- Safety recall repairs are carried out free of charge by the manufacturer’s dealers. If you already paid for this repair yourself, ask the manufacturer about reimbursement and keep your receipt.
Check by VIN
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Is a recall still open on your vehicle? Only NHTSA’s official VIN check can say whether a campaign applies to your exact vehicle and whether the repair has already been done.
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The official record
This page reproduces the campaign as filed with NHTSA. The NHTSA record is authoritative — if anything here differs, follow the agency.
Open campaign 26V-488 on NHTSA.gov