Recall 08V-596: 2007–2009 Newmar ALL Star ME, 2009 Newmar Dutch Aire DP and 4 more
NEWMAR CORPORATION recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Nov 17, 2008, covering about 913 vehicles.
The problem
Newmar is recalling 913 my 2007-2009 all star me, dutch star dp, my 2007-2008 kountry star dp, my 2007 mountain aire dp, and my 2009 dutch aire dp and ventana dp motor homes built on spartan chassis and equipped with putnam hitches. After some period of use, certain trailer hitches may develop stress fractures due to sharp radii and /or tool marking.
The risk
Fractures in the suspect hitches may result in hitch separation, potentially resulting in injury and/or property damage.
The fix
Newmar is working with spartan who will replace the trailer hitch free of charge (Please see 08v567). Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Notes
Customers 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NEWMAR CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V596000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Newmar ALL Star ME | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Newmar Dutch Aire DP | 2009 | All years |
| Newmar Dutch Star DP | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Newmar Kountry Star DP | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Newmar Mountain Aire DP | 2007 | All years |
| Newmar Ventana DP | 2009 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-596?
Newmar is recalling 913 my 2007-2009 all star me, dutch star dp, my 2007-2008 kountry star dp, my 2007 mountain aire dp, and my 2009 dutch aire dp and ventana dp motor homes built on spartan chassis and equipped with putnam hitches. After some period of use, certain trailer hitches may develop stress fractures due to sharp radii and /or tool marking.
How is recall 08V-596 fixed?
Newmar is working with spartan who will replace the trailer hitch free of charge (Please see 08v567). Owners may contact spartan at 1-517-543-6400 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.