Recall 15V803000: 2014–2015 Newmar Dutch Star, 2014 Newmar Essex, 2014 Newmar Mountain Aire +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 30, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 1,085
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ventana and Dutch Star motorhomes and model year 2014 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured May 31, 2015, to January 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have cargo door lock actuators that may overheat and melt the actuator housing.
The risk
A door lock actuator that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new low voltage disconnect module and wire harness for the door lock actuator, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 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.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Newmar Dutch Star
- 2015 Newmar Dutch Star
- 2014 Newmar Essex
- 2014 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2014 Newmar Ventana
- 2015 Newmar Ventana
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V803000
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner letters
- Jan 4, 2016
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System); Latches/locks/linkages (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology