NHTSA Recall 16V501000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 742 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Newmar All Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V501000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16V 313 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 5, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 11, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1998-2010 Dutch Star, 2008 Kountry Star, 2008-2009 All Star and Ventana, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire, 2014-2015 King Aire and 2015 Essex motorhomes, built on a Spartan Motors chassis. In the affected vehicles, the flexible exhaust tube may tear allowing hot exhaust to blow against other components or materials.
Safety risk
If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will inspect the alignment of the tubes, correcting them and replacing any that are torn. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 313.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V501000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar All Star | 2008, 2009 |
| Newmar Dutch Aire DP | 2009, 2010 |
| Newmar Dutch Star | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Newmar Essex | 2015 |
| Newmar King Aire | 2014, 2015 |
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2008 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2008, 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.