Doors: latchRecall 23V-138 · Newmar vehicles
Newmar Corporation recall 23V-138 covers 151 Newmar vehicles for a doors: latch problem, reported to NHTSA on March 2, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 74% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V138000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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.
The risk
The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
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
74%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.