NEWMAR DUTCH STAR (2020) recall — Fuel System, Diesel
Newmar recalls 2020 Dutch Star vehicles with Cummins diesel engines due to potential fuel leaks near ignition sources that could cause fire. Owners must have rail inspected and repaired free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Newmar is recalling 2020 Dutch Star RVs with specific Cummins diesel engines because a fuel leak could ignite near an ignition source. This could lead to fire if the leak occurs in the presence of a spark or flame. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79910-newmar-dutch-star-2020-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/79910-newmar-dutch-star-2020-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V506000
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“Newmar Dutch Star (2020) Recall: Fuel Leak Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79910-newmar-dutch-star-2020-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #21V506000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V506000).
Why it’s dangerous
The sealing washer in the fuel rail assembly may not seat properly, causing fuel to leak. If this leak occurs near an ignition source like a spark or flame, it could ignite and cause a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2020 Newmar Dutch Star RVs with Cummins diesel engines are affected. Those who have not had the fuel rail inspected by a Cummins service center are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2020 Newmar Dutch Star has a Cummins diesel engine. The recall covers vehicles with specific model years and engine types listed in the official notice.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Newmar Customer Service
Call 1-800-731-8300 to schedule a fuel rail inspection at a Cummins service center.
Have Fuel Rail Inspected
A Cummins service center will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines for leaks and replace the rail if necessary at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Cummins service centers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is Cummins 21E-32.
Questions people ask
Why is my Newmar Dutch Star being recalled?
The sealing washer in the fuel rail assembly may not seat correctly, causing fuel leaks that could ignite near an ignition source.
Do I need to stop using my Dutch Star immediately?
No, you can continue using it but must have the fuel rail inspected by a Cummins service center to prevent fire risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2020 Newmar Dutch Star has a Cummins diesel engine, as the recall covers specific model years and engine types.
Contact Newmar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Newmar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V506000 — Newmar Newmar Hello, I own a Newmar that is covered by recall 21V506000 from Newmar. The official recall notice states: Cummins service centers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is Cummins 21E-32. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #21V506000 (February 7, 2021)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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