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2015 Newmar Dutch Star recall: service brakes, electric

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on October 7, 2016. It covers about 7 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7
reported
Oct 7, 2016
owners notified
Dec 1, 2016

Service brakes, electric

What is wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured July 24, 2014, to September 10, 2014 and built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XCM, XCR, or XCL motorhome chassis. In these vehicles with a heavier, adjustable, straight foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the motorhome service brakes are released.
Risk
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. As a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in a fire. Additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will modify the affected pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑800‑731‑8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 654.

Recall number 16V721000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V721000

Is there a recall on the 2015 Newmar Dutch Star service brakes, electric?

Yes. Recall 16V721000, reported on October 7, 2016, covers about 7 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V721000?

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will modify the affected pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑800‑731‑8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 654.

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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