NHTSA Campaign 18V062000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Issued by Newmar Corporation · Reported Jan 19, 2018 · 1,249 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ventana, Ventana LE and Dutchstar motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. 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
If the driver has reduced visibility, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will reprogram the Freightliner chassis module, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWMAR | DUTCH STAR | 2017 | 1,249 |
| NEWMAR | DUTCH STAR | 2018 | 1,249 |
| NEWMAR | VENTANA | 2017 | 1,249 |
| NEWMAR | VENTANA | 2018 | 1,249 |
| NEWMAR | VENTANA LE | 2017 | 1,249 |
| NEWMAR | VENTANA LE | 2018 | 1,249 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V062000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.