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2008-2010 Newmar Dutch Aire DP and Newmar Dutch Star recall: chamber

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on September 24, 2012. It covers about 278 vehicles.

vehicles affected
278
reported
Sep 24, 2012
owners notified
Dec 5, 2012

Service brakes, air: drum: chamber

What is wrong
Newmar is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Dutch Star and 2009-2010 Dutch Aire motorhomes, built on a Spartan chassis equipped with a Hendrickson independent front suspension. The front brake chambers may contact the upper control arm of the independent front suspension. Continued contact may result in damage sufficient enough to prevent the full release of the brakes. If the brakes do not fully release, as they drag, heat could be generated causing the brakes to engage even further.
Risk
As the brakes heat up, they may self-engage, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Spartan Motors will notify owners and repair the vehicles. The manufacturer has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Newmar Corporation at 1‑574‑773‑7791.

Recall number 12V467000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V467000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Newmar Dutch Aire DP and Newmar Dutch Star chamber?

Yes. Recall 12V467000, reported on September 24, 2012, covers about 278 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V467000?

Spartan Motors will notify owners and repair the vehicles. The manufacturer has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Newmar Corporation 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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