Recall 12V578000: 2011–2013 Newmar Dutch Star and 2 other models
- Report received
- Dec 11, 2012
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Potentially affected
- 626vehicles
- Model years
- 2011–2013
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 Ventana Class A, Dutch Star Class A, and Mountain Aire Class A model motor homes manufactured from January 25, 2010, through September 19, 2012, built on Freightliner brand XB and XC custom chassis. The chassis are equipped with connectors for diode jumpers that may come loose, resulting in an open circuit. Two circuits are affected: The one that disengages the cruise control with brake pedal use, and the one that illuminates the brake lights with brake pedal use.
Possible consequence
Failure of the cruise control to disengage when the brakes are applied may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Without the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are applied, the driver's intent is not communicated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler Trucks (DTNA) will notify owners on behalf of Newmar, and Freightliner dealers will inspect the diode jumpers to make sure they are fully locked in place and will correct the vehicles as needed. The recall is expected to begin January 28, 2013. Owners should contact DTNA Warranty Campaigns Department at (800) 547-0712, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time Monday through Friday, e-mail address [email protected], or the Customer Assistance Center at (800) FTL-HELP after normal business hours.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2011 Newmar Dutch Star0 complaints
- 2012 Newmar Dutch Star0 complaints
- 2013 Newmar Dutch Star0 complaints
- 2011 Newmar Mountain Aire0 complaints
- 2012 Newmar Mountain Aire0 complaints
- 2013 Newmar Mountain Aire0 complaints
- 2011 Newmar Ventana0 complaints
- 2012 Newmar Ventana0 complaints
- 2013 Newmar Ventana1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.