Recall
Newmar Dutch Star — 15V829000
NHTSA ID
15V829000
Make
Newmar
Model
Dutch Star
Years Affected
2001
Recall Date
2015-12-09
Component
STEERING
Units Affected
1,920
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
15V 633
Summary
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire, 1998-1999 London Aire, 2004 Essex and 1997-1998 Kountry Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
Consequence
A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 15V 633.