Defect Description For Recall
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Bay Star And Bay Star Sport Motorhomes. The Front Side Marker Lights On These Vehicles May Not Be Connected To The Wiring Harness. Additionally, When The Headlight High Beams Are Activated, The Low Beams May Not Illuminate As Intended. 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.”
Make Of Vehicle
NEWMAR
Model Of Vehicle
BAY STAR SPORT
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
17V797000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting
Effect Of Defect
If The Front Side Marker Lights Are Not Connected To The Wiring Harness, And The Low Beams Do Not Illuminate When High Beams Are Activated, It Can Reduce Visibility To The Operator And To Other Drivers, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Newmar Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Connect The Front Side Marker Lights To The Wiring Harness, And Ensure The Low Beam Lights Illuminate With High Beam Activation, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On January 16, 2018. Owners May Contact Newmar Customer Service At 1-800-731-8300.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20170120
End Of Manufacture
20171110
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
194
Date Owners Notified
20180116
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Date Report Received
20171212
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108