NHTSA Recall 05V391000: Rim (wheels)
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Newmar Kountry Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V391000 |
|---|---|
| Component | WHEELS › RIM |
| Report received | September 8, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 17, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain fifth wheel trailers equipped with tredit wheels, the rims may have poor weld quality and insufficient press fit between the wheel rim and disc.
Safety risk
The center of the wheel could separate from the rim. The wheel may wobble and cause a vibration or the mounted tire could lose air causing the tire to go flat, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar is working with tredit tire to notify owners and have the rims replaced. The recall began on october 17, 2005. Owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V391000
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.