Recall 09V-217: 2007–2009 Newmar Canyon Star CA, 2001–2002 Newmar Dutch Star and 4 more

NEWMAR CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jun 11, 2009, covering about 2,578 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-217
Report date
Jun 11, 2009
Vehicles affected
2,578
Owners notified
May 1, 2009

The problem

Newmar is recalling 2,578 motorhomes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.

The risk

The driver would normally detect the brake drag but if undetected the temperature increase at the wheel end can eventually lead to soft pedal conditions due to brake fluid boil, and possible extended stopping distance increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see 09v-110. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.

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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerNEWMAR CORPORATION
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number09V217000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Newmar Canyon Star CA2007, 2008, 2009All years
Newmar Dutch Star2001, 2002All years
Newmar Grand Star CA2008All years
Newmar Kountry Star2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006All years
Newmar Mountain Aire2001, 2002, 2003, 2004All years
Newmar Scottsdale2003, 2004, 2005, 2006All 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 09V-217?

Newmar is recalling 2,578 motorhomes equipped with axles that include bosch zops or zoht pin slide hydraulic disc brakes. When combined with occasional or seasonal vehicle operation may experience calipers sticking in the applied position. This can result in abnormal heat generation at the wheel end causing brake drag. The driver would normally have warning of the brake drag if undetected by the driver.

How is recall 09V-217 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. Workhorse is handling the remedy and owner notification for this campaign please see 09v-110. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.

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.