Recall 16V-810: 2017 Newmar Dutch Star, 2017 Newmar Essex and 3 more
Newmar Corporation recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Nov 8, 2016, covering about 51 vehicles.
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured May 12, 2016, to September 22, 2016 and built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The throttle circuit wires on the affected vehicles may not have been be twisted to cancel out electromagnetic interference, and as a result, interference may cause the throttle signal to be higher or lower than intended.
The risk
Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will install an overlay harness with twisted wires, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V-776.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal Electrical System › Wiring |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V810000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2017 | All years |
| Newmar Essex | 2017 | All years |
| Newmar King Aire | 2017 | All years |
| Newmar London Aire | 2017 | All years |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2017 | 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 16V-810?
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured May 12, 2016, to September 22, 2016 and built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The throttle circuit wires on the affected vehicles may not have been be twisted to cancel out electromagnetic interference, and as a result, interference may cause the throttle signal to be higher or lower than intended.
How is recall 16V-810 fixed?
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will install an overlay harness with twisted wires, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V-776.
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.