NHTSA Recall 04V244000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 84 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Newmar Dutch Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V244000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 18, 2004 |
| Owner notification | May 28, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain seat belt buckles on some motor homes fail to conform to the load requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety risk
The seat belt buckle may unlatch in the event of a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Amsafe will notify customers and replace the buckles. The recall began may 28, 2004. Owners should contact amsafe at 1-574-266-8330 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Notes
Customers can 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 04V244000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2004, 2005 |
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2004 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2004 |
| Newmar Northern Star | 2004, 2005 |
| Newmar Scottsdale | 2004, 2005 |
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.