Newmar Dutch Star recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 9, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Newmar Corporation recalls 2014–2017 Newmar Dutch Star, Mountain Aire

Recall number

17V497000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,167 units

Why it was recalled

A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014 Moutain Aire and 2014-2017 Dutch Star recreational vehicles built on Freightliner XCR chassis manufactured by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). These chassis have a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17V-451.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.