Newmar Corporation | NHTSA Recall #13V169000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V169000 by Newmar Corporation. Affecting model year 2013 bay star sport, ventana and ventana le and model year 2013-2014 bay star, canyon star and dutch star motorhomes Includes 111 affected units, Unexpected Unfurling of the Awning, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 bay star sport, ventana and ventana le and model year 2013-2014 bay star, canyon star and dutch star motorhomes

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V169000
Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation
Report Received Date: 2013-05-01T00:00:00
Subject: Unexpected unfurling of the awning
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 111

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-eh7s-eqau~5346
NHTSA ID: 13V169000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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