NHTSA Recall 00V315000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,263 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Newmar Dutch Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V315000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | October 7, 2000 |
| Owner notification | October 23, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: front and rear engine motor homes built on ford, spartan and workhorse chassis. All front engine class a motor homes built on ford and workhorse chassis were manufactured from january 1, through august 31, 2000. All rear engine motor homes built on spartan chassis were built from february 23 through august 31, 2000. These vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity." an incorrect vent hose was installed on the fill nozzle to the fuel tank. The hose can break down allowing fuel leakage.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the presence to an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel vent hose.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during october 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V315000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2000, 2001 |
| Newmar Kountry Aire | 2001 |
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2000, 2001 |
| Newmar London Aire | 2000, 2001 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2000, 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.