NHTSA Recall 16V481000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V481000; Date: Jun. 29, 2016
If the headlights go out or the wiper system does not operate properly, the driver's visibility may be adversely affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Newmar Dutch Star; 2017 Newmar Ventana; 2017 Newmar Ventana Vl
Component: Visibility:rear Window Wiper/washer
Manufactured by: Newmar Corporation
Affected Units:: 24
Recall Summary:
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 ventana, ventana vl, and dutch star motorhomes manufactured November 1, 2015, to June 24, 2016 and built on a freightliner custom chassis. In the affected vehicles, when the windshield wipers are turned off, the headlights may also turn off. Additionally, the wiper arms may stop in an incorrect location blocking the driver's view, and the wiper motor may stall when under load.
How to Fix:
Newmar will notify owners, and freightliner dealers will update the wiper software, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact newmar customer service department at 1-800-731-8300.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 28, 2016
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