Throttle circuit electrical interference
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 dutch star, mountain aire, london aire, essex, and king aire motorhomes manufactured may 12, 2016, to september 22, 2016 and built on a spartan motors chassis. the throttle circuit wires on the affected vehicles may not have been be twisted to cancel out electromagnetic interference, and as a result, interference may cause the throttle signal to be higher or lower than intended.
Safety Consequence
Unintended deceleration or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Newmar will notify owners, and spartan dealers will install an overlay harness with twisted wires, free of charge. the recall began on december 1, 2016. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or spartan at 1-800-543-4277. newmar's number for this recall is 16v-776.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Newmar Corporation or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 16V810000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V810000?
NHTSA recall 16V810000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on November 8, 2016. It addresses: Throttle circuit electrical interference. The recall affects approximately 51 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V810000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16V-776. 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.