Newmar Dutch Star recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 30, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Newmar Corporation recalls 2014–2015 Newmar — 4 models

Recall number

15V803000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,085 units

Why it was recalled

A door lock actuator that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ventana and Dutch Star motorhomes and model year 2014 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured May 31, 2015, to January 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have cargo door lock actuators that may overheat and melt the actuator housing.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new low voltage disconnect module and wire harness for the door lock actuator, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.