The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V245000·Announced 2018-04-18

Newmar Recalls Motorhomes Due to Headlight Beam Switching Defect

Newmar is recalling specific 2013-2017 motorhomes because low beam headlights turn off when high beams are activated, reducing driver visibility.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a vehicle safety defect that increases the risk of a crash due to reduced visibility, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Newmar Corporation is recalling certain 2016-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2015-2016 Newmar London Aire, and 2013-2017 Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes. The recall addresses a defect in the exterior lighting system where the low beam headlights go out when the driver switches from low beam to high beam, despite the intention to have both beams illuminated.

This defect may result in reduced visibility for the driver when using high beams, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the vehicles so that the low beam stays illuminated when the high beam is switched on, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
NEWMAR LONDON AIRE, DUTCH STAR, VENTANA
Brand
NEWMAR
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Motorhome
Hazard
Affected units
2,038

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • LONDON AIRE
  • DUTCH STAR
  • VENTANA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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