Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V082000 Reported February 17, 2021

Brake light switch malfunction

Q: What is recall 21V082000?

NHTSA recall 21V082000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on February 17, 2021. It addresses: Brake light switch malfunction. The recall affects approximately 1,370 vehicles , with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Newmar Corporation · Exterior Lighting · 1,370 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

21V082000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Newmar Corporation

Component

Exterior Lighting

Vehicles Affected

1,370

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

February 17, 2021

Completion Rate

56.93

Defect Summary

Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain 2021 kountry star and 2017-2021 dutch star motorhomes. the brake light switch may chafe against the windshield wiper mechanism, which could damage the brake light switch or it's wiring, and cause the brake lights to not illuminate.

Safety Consequence

If the brake lights do not illuminate, other motorists will be unaware of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake light switch and replace it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on april 12, 2021. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 21V082000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 21V082000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V082000?

NHTSA recall 21V082000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on February 17, 2021. It addresses: Brake light switch malfunction. The recall affects approximately 1,370 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V082000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.