Recall 18V518000: 2018–2019 Newmar Dutch Star, 2018–2019 Newmar Essex, 2018–2019 Newmar King Aire +5 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 6, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 239
- Models
- 8
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Newmar Ventana LE, Mountain Aire, Essex, Ventana, Dutch Star, New Aire, London Aire and King Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have entry doors that have latch rods that may be improperly adjusted, allowing the door to open during transit.
The risk
If the door opens during transit, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will readjust the door latch rod, free of charge. The recall began September 5, 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 Dutch Star
- 2019 Newmar Dutch Star
- 2018 Newmar Essex
- 2019 Newmar Essex
- 2018 Newmar King Aire
- 2019 Newmar King Aire
- 2018 Newmar London Aire
- 2019 Newmar London Aire
- 2018 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2019 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2018 Newmar New Aire
- 2019 Newmar New Aire
- 2018 Newmar Ventana
- 2019 Newmar Ventana
- 2018 Newmar Ventana LE
- 2019 Newmar Ventana LE
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V518000
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner letters
- Sep 5, 2018
- Components
- Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer (Other / Unknown)
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