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2020 Newell P50 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2020 Newell P50 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other P50 years?

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Does the 2020 Newell P50 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V543000OtherJuly 20, 2021 · 19 units

Defect

Newell Coach Corp. (Newell) is recalling certain 2008-2022 P50 vehicles. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.

Consequence

Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Newell will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Newell's customer service at 1-888-363-9355.

20V367000BrakesJune 23, 2020 · 42 units

Defect

Newell Coach Corp. (Newell) is recalling certain 2020-2021 P50 motor coaches. The decorative cover for the center console column may be knocked loose by the driver's foot, allowing the piece to become lodged under the brake pedal.

Consequence

If the cover piece becomes lodged under the brake pedal, the ability to stop the coach may be impacted, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Newell will notify owners and request the owners remove and discard the decorative cover. Newell will install a replacement apron cover, free of charge. This recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact Newell customer service at 1-888-363-9355. Newell's number for this recall is 124.

19V379000Visibility & WipersMay 17, 2019 · 89 units

Defect

Newell Coach Corp. (Newell) is recalling certain 2017-2020 P50 motorcoaches. The passenger side wiper arm linkage may be too short, possibly causing the wiper to malfunction and rotate in a downward position.

Consequence

If the wiper rotates in a downward position, visibility through the right side of the windshield may be reduced, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Newell will notify owners, and dealer will inspect and replace the wiper linkage with one that has been properly aligned, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newell customer service at 1-888-363-9355.

2020 Newell P50 — common questions

Is the 2020 Newell P50 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Newell P50 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2020 Newell P50. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.