Newmar Corporation | NHTSA Recall #12V203000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V203000 by Newmar Corporation. Includes 2 affected units, E/H BRAKE ACTUATOR, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Newmar is recalling one model year 2012 kountry aire fw and one model year 2012 kountry star fw fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. this condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.

Corrective Action

Newmar will notify owners, and dexter will replace the actuators, free of charge. Newmar has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-2007.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V203000
Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation
Report Received Date: 2012-05-09T00:00:00
Subject: E/h brake actuator
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 2

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Newmar is recalling one model year 2012 kountry aire fw and one model year 2012 kountry star fw fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. this condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.
Consequence Summary: The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Newmar will notify owners, and dexter will replace the actuators, free of charge. Newmar has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-2007.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-8jcb~cqea_pia7
NHTSA ID: 12V203000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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