Newmar Dutch Star, Ventana: Steering — and connections

Affects Newmar Dutch Star, Ventana · 2016–2017 — about 370 vehicles.

The hazard

Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose for proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2017. Owners may contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 809.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational