Newmar Corporation is recalling certain 2014 Moutain Aire and 2014-2017 Dutch Star recreational
— Recall Campaign #17V497000
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014 Moutain Aire and 2014-2017 Dutch Star recreational vehicles built on Freightliner XCR chassis manufactured by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). These chassis have a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,167 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V497000
| Manufacturer: | Newmar Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 09, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V497000 |
| Units affected: | 1,167 |
- Description:
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014 Moutain Aire and 2014-2017 Dutch Star recreational vehicles built on Freightliner XCR chassis manufactured by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). These chassis have a battery cable mounting bracket may not have been installed correctly, as a result, the improperly routed and clipped battery cable can contact the frame rail, possibly chafing and short circuiting.
- Consequeces:
- A battery cable short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and revise the battery cable mounting bracket and cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 20, 2017. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17V-451.
- 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.