CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2011-2017 Newmar Dutch Star, and 2011-2014 Newmar Mountain Aire vehicles, built on Freightliner XBR chassis and equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
- Risk
- If the power steering hose contacts the power stud causing a power steering fluid leak, additional steering effort may be needed increasing the risk of a crash or an electrical arc may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-762.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A power steering hose on certain motorhomes may be routed incorrectly and rub against the power stud on the starter motor. Over time this can wear through the hose, causing a power steering fluid leak or electrical arcing.
A power steering fluid leak can require extra steering effort, which raises the risk of a crash. Electrical arcing can cause a fire. Affected vehicles are the 2011-2014 Newmar Dutch Star and Mountain Aire models covered by this recall.
Newmar will notify owners, and an authorized Freightliner dealer will reroute the power steering hose at no cost to you. You can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 and reference recall number FL-762. You should also check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2011201220132014201520162017 |
|---|---|
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2011201220132014 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2014201520162017 |