Newmar Corporation | NHTSA Recall #17V797000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V797000 by Newmar Corporation. Affecting 2018 bay star and bay star sport motorhomes Includes 194 affected units, Reduced Visibility/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 bay star and bay star sport motorhomes

Defect Summary

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."

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V797000

Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation

Report Received Date: 2017-12-12T00:00:00

Subject: Reduced visibility/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 194

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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."

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 84.02

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