Electrical systemRecall 18V-438 · Newmar vehicles
Newmar Corporation recall 18V-438 covers 930 Newmar vehicles for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on June 28, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 72% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V438000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Newmar Bay Star, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, New Aire, Ventana LE, and Ventana motorhomes. When the ignition key is in the off/accessory position and the battery disconnect is on, the slide-out rooms on these vehicles may move in or out unexpectedly.
The risk
If the slide-out room moves unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the slide-out room controller, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
72%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 8, 2018 to June 1, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.