Newmar Dutch Star recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 15, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Newmar Corporation recalls 2016–2017 Newmar Dutch Star, Ventana

Recall number

16V826000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 370 units

Why it was recalled

Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Dutch Star and Ventana motorhomes manufactured January 22, 2016, to November 7, 2016, equipped with Cummins ISL engines. These vehicles, built on a Freightliner chassis, have a power steering hose that may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose for proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2017. 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 809.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.