NHTSA Recall 07V354000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 308 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Newmar All Star ME.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V354000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SPEC 07008 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | August 8, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes built on spartan mm chassis with cummins isl cm850 diesel engines, the connecting rod contains a machining defect in the wrist pin bushing of the rod that could cause a seizure of the piston pin.
Safety risk
If allowed to progress, this can lead to engine failure with the possibility of the rod rupturing the lock cavity, spilling oil and debris onto the roadway increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Newmar is working with spartan and cummins to recalibrate the engine control module and enhance the engine protection system enabling it to provide early detection of the failure mode and avoid more serious engine damage and resultant safety hazard. Cummins will also install a new valve cover with a crankcase pressure sensor free of charge (please see 07e033). Owners may contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 , spartan at 517-543-6400, or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Notes
Newmar recall no. Spec 07008.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 07V354000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar All Star ME | 2006, 2007 |
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2006, 2007 |
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2006, 2007 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2006, 2007 |
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.