Newmar Dutch Star recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 27, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Newmar Corporation recalls 2016 Newmar Dutch Star, Ventana

Recall number

16V041000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 283 units

Why it was recalled

If the tire is overinflated due to the incorrect label, the tire may unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ventana, and Dutch Star vehicles manufactured March 19, 2015, to January 21, 2016 on Freightliner chassis. The affected vehicles have an "Incomplete Vehicle Label" that incorrectly lists the maximum front tire inflation level to be 130 pounds per square inch (psi), when the correct level is 120 psi.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner will provide a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on February 29, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.