Defect Description For Recall
Newmar Is Recalling 274 My 2005 Kountry Star Diesel Pusher, Northern Star Diesel Pusher, And My 2006 Ventana Diesel Pusher Motor Home. Specific Inline Power Steering Filters May Become Plugged, Resulting In Hose Separation From The Filter Or Steering Gear Fitting. This Hose Separation Would Result In Loss Of Steering Fluid And Loss Of Power Steering Assist.
Make Of Vehicle
NEWMAR
Model Of Vehicle
NORTHERN STAR DP
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
08V427000
Component Description
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Power Steering Assist Would EffeCTIvely Increase The Steering Effort Required And Could Lead To Loss Of Vehicle Control.
Fix Defect
Newmar Is Working With Daimler Trucks And Will Replace The Affected Filters With A Larger Filter (Please See 07V570). Owners May Contact Daimler Trucks At 1-800-547-0712 Or Newmar At 574-773-7791.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20050329
End Of Manufacture
20060411
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
274
Date Owners Notified
20080702
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Date Report Received
20080822