NHTSA Recall 08V343000: Steering
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 64 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Newmar All Star ME.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V343000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | July 25, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newmar is recalling certain motor homes built on spartan motor home chassis. Certain chassis fasteners may fracture resulting in poor handling of the vehicle, loss of steering, and/or reduced level of suspension performance.
Safety risk
Loss of steering will increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar is working with spartan to have these motor homes inspected and the fasteners replaced as needed free of charge. Owners may contact spartan chassis at 1-800-543-4277 or newmar at 1-574-773-7791.
Notes
Customers may 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 08V343000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar All Star ME | 2009 |
| Newmar Dutch Aire DP | 2009 |
| Newmar Dutch Star DP | 2009 |
| Newmar Essex DP | 2009 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire DP | 2009 |
| Newmar Ventana DP | 2009 |
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.