Newmar Dutch Star, Mountain Aire +1 more: Steering — and connections

Affects Newmar Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Ventana · 2011–2017 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

If the power steering hose contacts the power stud causing a power steering fluid leak, additional steering effort may be needed increasing the risk of a crash or an electrical arc may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-762.

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