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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V414000

2014 Newmar Dutch Star | 2016 Newmar Dutch Star | 2015 Newmar Dutch Star — Steering

Published June 8, 2016 · Recall initiated: June 8, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V414000, published June 8, 2016. Recalling firm: Newmar Corporation; 2014 Newmar Dutch Star | 2016 Newmar Dutch Star | 2015 Newmar Dutch Star — Steering.

What's the hazard

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured from June 5, 2014, through October 16, 2015, and built on a Freightliner chassis. In the affected vehicles, the steering box may have been manufactured with an incorrect spacer with insufficient height that can cause too much play, causing the connection to wear between the steering wheel and the front axle.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering box if necessary, free of charge. Note: Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 366.

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Recall details

Brand
NEWMAR
Model
DUTCH STAR
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Lot
2014 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR | 2016 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR | 2015 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2014 Newmar Dutch Star | 2016 Newmar Dutch Star | 2015 Newmar Dutch Star — Steering recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V414000 on June 8, 2016. Reported hazard: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured from June 5, 2014, through October 16, 2015, and built on a Freightliner chassis. In the affected vehicles, the steering box may have been manufactured with an incorrect spacer with insufficient height that can cause too much play, causing the connection to wear between the steering wheel and the front axle.

What should I do if I have this product?

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and replace the steering box if necessary, free of charge. Note: Owners are urged not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 366.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NEWMAR. Model: DUTCH STAR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)