2018 Newmar Ventana Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

14 safety recalls on file

The 2018 Newmar Ventana has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).

14Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2018 Newmar Ventana recalls

Diesel fuel leak can cause fire in motorhomes

Recall 21V506Jul 2, 20211,737 vehicles affected

A sealing washer in the high-pressure fuel rail assembly may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, which can allow diesel fuel to leak from the rail.

Tire valve stem can be damaged, causing slow tire pressure loss

Recall 20V566Sep 18, 2020350 vehicles affected

The inner tire valve stem extension on certain motorhomes can rub against the outer wheel rim opening.

Rear lights and turn signals may fail, raising crash risk

Recall 20V421Jul 21, 20203,202 vehicles affected

Some motorhomes may have had their rear power distribution module damaged during manufacturing.

Rear lights may fail, raising crash risk

Recall 19V426Jun 7, 20192,003 vehicles affected

The rear Power Distribution Module (PDM) in certain motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks chassis may have been damaged during manufacturing.

Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire

Recall 19V257Mar 29, 2019476 vehicles affected

The power supply for the WiFiRanger system in certain motorhomes may overheat.

Loose Steering Bolts Can Cause Loss of Steering Control

Recall 19V197Mar 13, 20195 vehicles affected

Certain motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks North America chassis with Detroit Axle axles may have loose bolts at the steering arm and tie rod arm.

Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking Power

Recall 18V859Dec 4, 2018308 vehicles affected

Some 2018-2019 Newmar motorhomes may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.

Entry Door May Open While Driving, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 18V518Aug 6, 2018239 vehicles affected

The entry door latch rods on certain motorhomes may be improperly adjusted, so the door can open while the vehicle is in motion.

Loose Brake Caliper Bolts May Reduce Braking and Raise Crash Risk

Recall 18V505Aug 2, 2018119 vehicles affected

Brake caliper mounting bolts on certain motorhomes may not have been tightened to the proper specification, so they can loosen over time.

Slide-out rooms may move unexpectedly, risking injury

Recall 18V438Jun 28, 2018930 vehicles affected

On certain 2018 Newmar motorhomes, the slide-out rooms can move in or out without warning when the ignition key is in the off or accessory position and the battery disconnect switch is on.

Loose Breaker Box Connections Can Overheat and Cause Fire

Recall 18V236Apr 13, 2018653 vehicles affected

Some motorhomes from model year 2018 have electrical connections inside the breaker box that may not be properly tightened.

Low beam headlights may not stay on with high beams

Recall 18V062Jan 19, 20181,249 vehicles affected

On certain 2017-2018 Newmar Ventana, Ventana LE and Dutch Star motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis, the low beam headlights do not also light up as intended when the high beams are turned on.

Loose ATS Power Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire

Recall 17V830Dec 19, 20172,915 vehicles affected

A loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) in certain Newmar motorhomes can cause heat to build up in the wiring.

Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge

Recall 17V809Dec 15, 201734,699 vehicles affected

Certain Newmar motorhomes are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.

Most common 2018 Newmar Ventana problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System1
Exterior Lighting1

What owners report

2024-10-17, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2018 Newmar Ventana 3715 RV built on a 2019 Freightliner XC-R Chassis. The contact stated that the tail lights, the driver's side brake light, and the driver's side turn signal light had failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the secondary fuse harness was installed under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V00H000(Electrical System, Exterior Lighting); however, the failure persisted. The dealer determined that the rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) needed to be replaced; however, the repair was not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 33,970

2018 Newmar Ventana questions

Does the 2018 Newmar Ventana have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2018 Newmar Ventana: Diesel fuel leak can cause fire in motorhomes; Tire valve stem can be damaged, causing slow tire pressure loss; Rear lights and turn signals may fail, raising crash risk; Rear lights may fail, raising crash risk; Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Newmar Ventana?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Exterior Lighting (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Newmar Ventana has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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