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2007-2009 Newmar All Star Me, Newmar Dutch Aire DP and others recall: trailer hitches

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on November 17, 2008. It covers about 913 vehicles.

vehicles affected
913
reported
Nov 17, 2008
owners notified
Jan 21, 2009

Trailer hitches

What is wrong
Newmar is recalling 913 my 2007-2009 all star me, dutch star dp, my 2007-2008 kountry star dp, my 2007 mountain aire dp, and my 2009 dutch aire dp and ventana dp motor homes built on spartan chassis and equipped with putnam hitches. After some period of use, certain trailer hitches may develop stress fractures due to sharp radii and /or tool marking.
Risk
Fractures in the suspect hitches may result in hitch separation, potentially resulting in injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Newmar is working with spartan who will replace the trailer hitch free of charge (please see 08v567). Owners may contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400 or newmar at 1‑574‑773‑7791.

Recall number 08V596000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V596000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2009 Newmar All Star Me, Newmar Dutch Aire DP and others trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 08V596000, reported on November 17, 2008, covers about 913 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V596000?

Newmar is working with spartan who will replace the trailer hitch free of charge (please see 08v567). Owners may contact spartan at 1‑517‑543‑6400 or newmar at 1‑574‑773‑7791.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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