NHTSA Recall 12V203000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V203000; Date: May. 9, 2012
The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Newmar Kountry Aire Fw; 2012 Newmar Kountry Star Fw
Component: Equipment
Manufactured by: Newmar Corporation
Affected Units:: 2
Recall Summary:
Newmar is recalling one model year 2012 kountry aire fw and one model year 2012 kountry star fw fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.
How to Fix:
Newmar will notify owners, and dexter will replace the actuators, free of charge. Newmar has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-2007.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration�s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 1, 2012
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