Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 21V-542 · Newmar vehicles
Newmar Corporation recall 21V-542 covers 11 Newmar vehicles for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on July 20, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q1) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V542000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Kountry Star and 2021 Ventana motorhomes. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
The risk
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 9, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-888.
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
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.