CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ventana LE and 2017-2019 Dutch Star, Essex, London Aire, Mountain Aire and Ventana, and 2018-2019 New Aire motorhomes built on a Daimler trucks chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
- Risk
- Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will inspect and replace the rear PDM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-852.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The rear Power Distribution Module (PDM) in certain motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks chassis may have been damaged during manufacturing. If it is damaged, the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals may not work.
Nonfunctioning rear lights make it harder for other drivers to see your motorhome, especially when you brake or change lanes, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Newmar will notify affected owners. Daimler Trucks dealers will inspect the rear PDM and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. To check whether your vehicle is included, contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 (Newmar recall number 18V-852), and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Dutch Star | 201720182019 |
|---|---|
| Newmar Essex | 201720182019 |
| Newmar London Aire | 201720182019 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 201720182019 |
| Newmar New Aire | 20182019 |
| Newmar Ventana | 201720182019 |
| Newmar Ventana LE | 2016201720182019 |