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NHTSA recall 18V198000

Steering · Newmar Corporation

March 27, 2018report date
2,139units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Affects vehicles 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.

Why it matters: 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.

The fix: Newmar will notify owners, and freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2011 Newmar Dutch Star, 2012 Newmar Dutch Star, 2013 Newmar Dutch Star, 2014 Newmar Dutch Star, 2015 Newmar Dutch Star, 2016 Newmar Dutch Star, 2017 Newmar Dutch Star, 2011 Newmar Mountain Aire, 2012 Newmar Mountain Aire, 2013 Newmar Mountain Aire, 2014 Newmar Mountain Aire, 2014 Newmar Ventana, 2015 Newmar Ventana, 2016 Newmar Ventana, 2017 Newmar Ventana.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V198000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.