Recall 18V236000: 2018 Newmar BAY Star, 2018 Newmar BAY Star Sport, 2018 Newmar Canyon Star +8 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 13, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 653
- Models
- 11
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Newmar Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Ventana LE, Ventana, Dutch Star, New Aire, Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes. The electrical connections in the breaker box may not be properly tightened, possibly causing the connections to overheat.
The risk
Overheating of the electrical connections can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the loose electrical connections, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2018. 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
- 2018 Newmar BAY Star
- 2018 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2018 Newmar Canyon Star
- 2018 Newmar Dutch Star
- 2018 Newmar Essex
- 2018 Newmar King Aire
- 2018 Newmar London Aire
- 2018 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2018 Newmar New Aire
- 2018 Newmar Ventana
- 2018 Newmar Ventana LE
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V236000
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner letters
- May 17, 2018
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers (Electrical System)
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