Newmar Corporation | NHTSA Recall #16V721000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V721000 by Newmar Corporation. Affecting 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 Includes 7 affected units, Trailer Brakes may Stay Activated, component: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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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

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V721000
Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation
Report Received Date: 2016-10-07T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer brakes may stay activated
Component: Service Brakes, Electric
Potentially Affected Units: 7

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 16V 654
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 42.86

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NHTSA ID: 16V721000
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