NHTSA recall 12V578000
Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, Vehicle Speed Control · Newmar Corporation
Details
What's wrong: The chassis are equipped with connectors for diode jumpers that may come loose, resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are affected: the one that disengages the cruise control with brake pedal use, and the one that illuminates the brake lights with brake pedal use.
Why it matters: Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Daimler trucks (dtna) will notify owners on behalf of newmar, and freightliner dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall is expected to begin January 28, 2013. Owners should contact dtna warranty campaigns…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2011 Newmar Dutch Star
- 2011 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2011 Newmar Ventana
- 2012 Newmar Dutch Star
- 2012 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2012 Newmar Ventana
- 2013 Newmar Dutch Star
- 2013 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2013 Newmar Ventana
All model years NHTSA lists
2011 Newmar Dutch Star, 2012 Newmar Dutch Star, 2013 Newmar Dutch Star, 2011 Newmar Mountain Aire, 2012 Newmar Mountain Aire, 2013 Newmar Mountain Aire, 2011 Newmar Ventana, 2012 Newmar Ventana, 2013 Newmar Ventana.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V578000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.