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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1997 Newmar Dutch Star Class A Motorhome in Canada.
On certain motorhomes, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn, potentially resulting in an underhood fire, causing property damage and/or personal injury. The condition may occur when the vehicle is parked, or in operation. Correction: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness.
A failure of this component (electrical) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain motorhomes, conventional travel trailers and fifth wheel travel trailers equipped with a Dometic Corporation refrigerator, a fatigue crack can develop in the boiler tube. This could allow the release of pressurized coolant solution into an area where an ignition source is present, which could result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the refrigerator's boiler tube assembly.
A failure of this component (other) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain vehicles built on Spartan or Freightliner chassis and equipped with Michelin 255/80R22.5 XRV tires, the cords can fatigue if the tires are overloaded, underinflated or a combination thereof. This may result in a loss of control and could increase the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealer will replace both front tires with new Michelin 275/70R22.5 XZA1 tires. These tires will provide a greater carrying capacity. This action is deemed a Safety Improvement Campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.
A failure of this component (wheels) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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