Newmar Corporation is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star
— Recall Campaign #17V830000
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, New Aire, Ventana and Ventana LE motorhomes. These vehicles may have a loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), possibly resulting in a build up of heat.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,915 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V830000
| Manufacturer: | Newmar Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 19, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V830000 |
| Units affected: | 2,915 |
- Description:
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, New Aire, Ventana and Ventana LE motorhomes. These vehicles may have a loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), possibly resulting in a build up of heat.
- Consequeces:
- The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrical connection at the ATS, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 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.
Affects the following:
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR BAY STAR
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR BAY STAR SPORT
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR CANYON STAR
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR ESSEX
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR KING AIRE
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR LONDON AIRE
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR NEW AIRE
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR VENTANA
- 2016-2018 NEWMAR VENTANA LE