CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021 Kountry Star and Ventana motorhomes. One of the six brake caliper mounting bolts on the driver side steer axle may have been incorrectly tightened.
- Risk
- The loose bolt could result in the loosening of other caliper bolts. Insufficiently tightened bolts may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate, resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- On behalf of Newmar, DTNA will coordinate the recall repair and notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 21V-018.
- 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
One of the six brake caliper mounting bolts on the driver-side steer axle may have been incorrectly tightened. Loose bolts can cause other caliper bolts to loosen, which may prevent the caliper from clamping firmly against the brake anchor plate.
If this happens, braking effectiveness can be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should have the caliper bolts checked as soon as possible.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer, where the caliper bolts will be inspected and repaired as necessary. Owners can also contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 (recall number 21V-018). Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Newmar Ventana | 2021 |