Loose electrical connections may cause fire
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain 2018 newmar bay star, bay star sport, canyon star, ventana le, ventana, dutch star, new aire, mountain aire, london aire, essex, and king aire motorhomes. the electrical connections in the breaker box may not be properly tightened, possibly causing the connections to overheat.
Safety Consequence
Overheating of the electrical connections can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the loose electrical connections, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on may 17, 2018. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Newmar Corporation or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 18V236000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V236000?
NHTSA recall 18V236000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on April 13, 2018. It addresses: Loose electrical connections may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 653 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V236000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.