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Newmar BAY Star Recall 23V138: Entry Door Latch May Fail, Blocking Exit in Emergency

NHTSA campaign 23V138, reported March 2, 2023, 151 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The entry door latch on certain motorhomes may fail, preventing the door from being opened from inside or outside. If the door cannot be used to enter or leave, occupants may be unable to escape during an emergency, which increases the risk of injury.

Owners should have their vehicle checked by an authorized dealer. The dealer will inspect the entry door latch and replace it if necessary, at no cost to the owner. Owners who have questions can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any 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 23V138Newmar Corporation
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bay Star, 2023 Bay Star Sport and Canyon Star motorhomes. The entry door latch may fail and not allow entry or exit.
Risk
The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 597R.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Newmar BAY Star202120222023
Newmar BAY Star Sport2023
Newmar Canyon Star2023