CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Kountry Star and 2021 Ventana motorhomes. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
- Risk
- Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-888.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The tie rod clamps in the steering linkage of certain motorhomes may be loose. Over time, this can allow the tie rod ends to loosen, break, or detach from the steering system.
If a tie rod end breaks or detaches, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should treat this as a safety issue and have the vehicle checked promptly.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer, which will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 9, 2022. For questions, contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 and reference recall number FL-888. You can also 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 | 20212022 |
|---|---|
| Newmar Ventana | 2021 |