NHTSA recall 16V773000
Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer
Newmar Dutch Star and 1 more
Reported Oct 24, 201619 vehicles affectedNewmar CorporationBuilt May 17, 2016 – Sep 27, 2016
The defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dutch Star and Ventana motorhomes manufactured May 17, 2016, to September 27, 2016. On certain motorhomes, the wardrobe slide out motor may have been installed without having a brake.
The risk
If the slide out motor does not have a brake installed, the slide out box could extend unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motor and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall ibegan on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.