Recall 16V414000 — STEERING Defect in 2014-2016 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
RECALL This recall affects up to 510 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V414000 |
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
| Vehicles Affected | 510 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
The steering wheel's connection to the front axle could fail resulting in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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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