NHTSA recall 15V829000
Steering
Newmar Dutch Star and 4 more
Reported Dec 9, 20151,920 vehicles affectedNewmar CorporationMaker’s number 15V 633Built Jan 5, 1997 – May 26, 2005
The defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire, 1998-1999 London Aire, 2004 Essex and 1997-1998 Kountry Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.
The risk
A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 15V 633.