Vehicle recall 16V512000 · July 6, 2016
Newmar Dutch Star, Essex and 3 more models
The affected vehicles have front fascia wood trim that may separate from the slide out and possibly contact the driver or a passenger.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured December 4, 2015, to July 5, 2016. The affected vehicles have front fascia wood trim that may separate from the slide out and possibly contact the driver or a passenger.
- Consequence
- If the fascia separates and contacts the driver or a passenger, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will secure the trim with screws, free of charge. The recall began on August 16, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V512000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 6, 2016
- Filed by
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner notification
- August 16, 2016
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 152
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Newmar Dutch Star (2017): 2017
- Newmar Essex (2017): 2017
- Newmar King Aire (2017): 2017
- Newmar London Aire (2017): 2017
- Newmar Mountain Aire (2017): 2017
Has your Newmar been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Newmar dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.