NEWMAR DUTCH STAR 2023: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V748000

Make Model Year
NEWMAR DUTCH STAR 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-11-01 2022-10-07 2022-10-07

Manufacturers Involved: Newmar Corporation

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 32

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Newmar Corporation "Newmar" is recalling certain 2023 Dutch Star motorhomes. The adjustable brake pedal may come into contact with the dash panel, resulting in unintentional brake engagement, which can cause the brakes to overheat and fail.

Consequence

Brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will trim the dash panel to add more clearance at the brake pedal and dash panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's 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.nhtsa.gov.