The engine brake may not activate as expected
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Newmar Corporation is recalling 1,243 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.
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.
What to do
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 23, 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.