Defect Description For Recall
Newmar Corporation Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Bay Star Sport, Ventana And Ventana Le And Model Year 2013-2014 Bay Star, Canyon Star And Dutch Star Motorhomes. If The Awning Installation Sequence Was Not Completely Followed, The Awning Motor May Unknowingly Become Damaged.
Make Of Vehicle
NEWMAR
Model Of Vehicle
VENTANA LE
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V169000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
If Motor Damage Occurs, It Is Possible That The Awning Can Unfurl Unexpectedly, Either While The Motorhome Is At Rest Or While In Transit, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury Or A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Newmar Will Notify Owners And Dometic Staff Will Replace The Affected Motors With A Design That Is Not Subject To An Out-Of-Sequence Installation Error. The Recall Began On June 28, 2013. Owners May Contact Newmar At 1-574-773-7791 Or Dometic At 1-888-447-0003 For More Information. Owners Are Being Instructed Not To Drive Their Vehicle Until Repairs Can Be Performed.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20130213
End Of Manufacture
20130403
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
111
Date Owners Notified
20130628
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Date Report Received
20130501