Recall 26V108000: 2018–2026 Newmar BAY Star, 2018–2026 Newmar BAY Star Sport
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 24, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 3,582
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Bay Star and Bay Star Sport motorhomes. The hood stops mounting adhesive may fail, which can allow the hood stop to detach while the vehicle is in transit.
The risk
Hood stops that detach can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the hood stop brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 627 RSB.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Newmar BAY Star
- 2019 Newmar BAY Star
- 2020 Newmar BAY Star
- 2021 Newmar BAY Star
- 2022 Newmar BAY Star
- 2023 Newmar BAY Star
- 2024 Newmar BAY Star
- 2025 Newmar BAY Star
- 2026 Newmar BAY Star
- 2018 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2019 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2020 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2021 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2022 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2023 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2024 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2025 Newmar BAY Star Sport
- 2026 Newmar BAY Star Sport
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V108000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 627 RSB
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner letters
- Apr 20, 2026
- Components
- Structure:body:hood:hinge and attachments (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