NEWMAR DUTCH STAR 2019: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V650000

Make Model Year
NEWMAR DUTCH STAR 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-10-03 2018-09-20 2018-09-26

Production Dates: 2017-09-14 - 2018-09-01

Manufacturers Involved: Newmar Corporation

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 123

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Newmar Corporation "Newmar" is recalling certain 2019 Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes. The brake pedal assembly may catch on the dash, preventing the brake pedal from fully releasing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard "FMVSS" number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."

Consequence

If the brake pedal does not properly release, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Newmar has notified owners, and dealers will reroute the brake adjustment cable, free of charge. The recall began November 3, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.