Newmar King Aire recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 23, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Newmar Corporation recalls 2017 Newmar King Aire

Recall number

16V848000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 17 units

Why it was recalled

If the driver cannot see the speedometer and RPM displays, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 King Aire motorhomes manufactured January 22, 2016, to October 19, 2016. Water may leak into the turn signal module. If the module is wet while the headlights are on, the glass dash display may switch to the turn signal camera mode causing the dash to show the turn signal side camera view over the speedometer and RPM displays.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective module with a new module that is waterproof, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2017. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.