NHTSA Recall 12V203000: Equipment
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Newmar Kountry Aire FW.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V203000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | May 9, 2012 |
| Owner notification | May 1, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Newmar is recalling one model year 2012 kountry aire fw and one model year 2012 kountry star fw fifth wheel trailers equipped with dexter electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.
Safety risk
The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dexter will replace the actuators, free of charge. Newmar has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-2007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V203000
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.