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Newmar Dutch Star Recall 19V257: Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire

NHTSA campaign 19V257, reported March 29, 2019, 476 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The power supply for the WiFiRanger system in certain motorhomes may overheat. An overheated power supply can increase the risk of a fire.

Newmar has notified owners, and authorized dealers will replace the power supply at no charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners with questions can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300, and you can check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V257Newmar Corporation
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Bay Star, Essex, New Aire, 2018 Bay Start Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, King Aire, Mountain Aire, Ventana LE, Ventana, and London Aire motorhomes. The power supply for the WiFiRanger may overheat.
Risk
An overheated power supply can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power supply, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Newmar BAY Star20182019
Newmar BAY Star Sport2018
Newmar Canyon Star2018
Newmar Dutch Star2018
Newmar Essex20182019
Newmar King Aire2018
Newmar London Aire2018
Newmar Mountain Aire2018
Newmar New Aire20182019
Newmar Ventana2018
Newmar Ventana LE2018