Service brakes, hydraulicRecall 18V-650 · 2019 Newmar Dutch Star
Newmar Corporation recall 18V-650 covers 123 2019 Newmar Dutch Star for a service brakes, hydraulic problem, reported to NHTSA on September 20, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q3) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V650000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019 Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes. The brake pedal assembly may catch on the dash, preventing the brake pedal from fully releasing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
The risk
If the brake pedal does not properly release, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Newmar has notified owners, and dealers will reroute the brake adjustment cable, free of charge. The recall began November 3, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 14, 2017 to September 1, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.