2018 Newmar Ventana | 2018 Newmar Dutch Star | 2018 Newmar Ventana Le | 2017 Newmar Ventana | 2017 Newmar Ventana Le | 2017 Newmar Dutch Star — Exterior lighting: headlights
Published January 22, 2018 · Recall initiated: January 19, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V062000, published January 22, 2018 and initiated January 19, 2018. Recalling firm: Newmar Corporation; 2018 Newmar Ventana | 2018 Newmar Dutch Star | 2018 Newmar Ventana Le | 2017 Newmar Ventana | 2017 Newmar Ventana Le | 2017 Newmar Dutch Star — Exterior lighting: headlights.
What's the hazard
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ventana, Ventana LE and Dutchstar motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will reprogram the Freightliner chassis module, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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Recall details
- Brand
- NEWMAR
- Model
- VENTANA
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Lot
- 2018 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2018 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR | 2018 NEWMAR VENTANA LE | 2017 NEWMAR VENTANA | 2017 NEWMAR VENTANA LE | 2017 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Newmar Ventana | 2018 Newmar Dutch Star | 2018 Newmar Ventana Le | 2017 Newmar Ventana | 2017 Newmar Ventana Le | 2017 Newmar Dutch Star — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V062000 on January 22, 2018. Reported hazard: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ventana, Ventana LE and Dutchstar motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will reprogram the Freightliner chassis module, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NEWMAR. Model: VENTANA.