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2014-2016 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others recall: accelerator pedal

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on June 28, 2016. It covers about 1,243 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,243
reported
Jun 28, 2016
owners notified
Aug 5, 2016

Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal

What is wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire and 2015-2016 London Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured January 28, 2013, to December 14, 2015 and built on a Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) chassis. The throttle pedal position sensor on the affected vehicles may not return to zero, causing the engine brake to suddenly not activate as expected, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability.
Risk
A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar Customer Service Department at 1‑800‑731‑8300 or Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1‑800‑547‑0712, or by e-mail at [email protected]. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 321.

Recall number 16V478000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V478000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2016 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Essex and others accelerator pedal?

Yes. Recall 16V478000, reported on June 28, 2016, covers about 1,243 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V478000?

Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar Customer Service Department at 1‑800‑731‑8300 or Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1‑800‑547‑0712, or by e-mail at [email protected]. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 321.

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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