NEWMAR DUTCH STAR 2019: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V082000

Make Model Year
NEWMAR DUTCH STAR 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-04-12 2021-02-17 2021-02-18

Production Dates: 2018-01-10 - 2018-04-06

Manufacturers Involved: Newmar Corporation

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1370

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Newmar Corporation "Newmar" is recalling certain 2021 Kountry Star and 2017-2021 Dutch Star motorhomes. The brake light switch may chafe against the windshield wiper mechanism, which could damage the brake light switch or it's wiring, and cause the brake lights to not illuminate.

Consequence

If the brake lights do not illuminate, other motorists will be unaware of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake light switch and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2021. 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.