Engine brake may not activate
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 dutch star and mountain aire and 2015-2016 london aire and essex motorhomes manufactured january 28, 2013, to december 14, 2015 and built on a daimler trucks north america (dtna) chassis. the throttle pedal position sensor on the affected vehicles may not return to zero, causing the engine brake to suddenly not activate as expected, reducing the vehicle's deceleration ability.
Safety Consequence
A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Newmar will notify owners, and dtna dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. the recall began on august 5, 2016. owners may contact newmar customer service department at 1-800-731-8300 or daimler trucks north america llc at 1-800-547-0712, or by e-mail at dtna.warranty.campaigns@daimler.com. newmar's number for this recall is 16v 321.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Newmar Corporation or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 16V478000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V478000?
NHTSA recall 16V478000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on June 28, 2016. It addresses: Engine brake may not activate. The recall affects approximately 1,243 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V478000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16V 321. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.