NHTSA Recall 16V773000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V773000; Date: Oct. 24, 2016
If the slide out motor does not have a brake installed, the slide out box could extend unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Newmar Dutch Star; 2017 Newmar Ventana
Component: Equipment:recreational Vehicle
Manufactured by: Newmar Corporation
Affected Units:: 19
Recall Summary:
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 dutch star and ventana motorhomes manufactured may 17, 2016, to September 27, 2016. On certain motorhomes, the wardrobe slide out motor may have been installed without having a brake.
How to Fix:
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motor and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall ibegan on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 16, 2016
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