NHTSA recall 18V236000
Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
Newmar Bay Star and 10 more
Reported Apr 13, 2018653 vehicles affectedNewmar CorporationBuilt Jun 2, 2017 – Oct 12, 2017
The defect
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 remedy
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.