Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V542000 Reported July 20, 2021

Loose tie rod clamps

Newmar Corporation · Steering · 11 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V542000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-888
Manufacturer
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
11
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 20, 2021
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 kountry star and 2021 ventana motorhomes. the tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.

Safety Consequence

Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on february 9, 2022. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. newmar's number for this recall is fl-888.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 21V542000 or campaign FL-888.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V542000

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

What is recall 21V542000?

NHTSA recall 21V542000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on July 20, 2021. It addresses: Loose tie rod clamps. The recall affects approximately 11 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V542000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-888. 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.