NHTSA Recall 22V748000
Filed by Newmar Corporation. Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Reported 2022-10-07. An estimated 32 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2023 Dutch Star motorhomes. The adjustable brake pedal may come into contact with the dash panel, resulting in unintentional brake engagement, which can cause the brakes to overheat and fail.
Risk
Brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will trim the dash panel to add more clearance at the brake pedal and dash panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.