Recall 19V426000: 2017–2019 Newmar Dutch Star, 2017–2019 Newmar Essex, 2017–2019 Newmar London Aire +4 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 7, 2019
Vehicles affected
2,003
Models
7
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ventana LE and 2017-2019 Dutch Star, Essex, London Aire, Mountain Aire and Ventana, and 2018-2019 New Aire motorhomes built on a Daimler trucks chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.

The risk

Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will inspect and replace the rear PDM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-852.

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

Details

NHTSA campaign
19V426000
Manufacturer campaign
18V-852
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Owner letters
Jul 18, 2019
Components
Electrical system (Electrical System); Exterior lighting (Lighting)

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