Newmar Corporation recalls 2012–2017 Newmar Canyon Star

Recall date

October 17, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16V744000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 114 units

Why it was recalled

Unintentional movement of the wheelchair lift can cause injury to the lift occupant and/or the lift operator.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2017 Canyon Star motor homes manufactured September 7, 2011, to September 6, 2016 and equipped with wheelchair lifts. Incorrect bolts may have been used to install the wheelchair lift base. These bolts may unexpectedly break allowing the lift to move. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 404, "Platform Lift Installations."

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Newmar service facilities will replace the wheelchair lift base mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.