NHTSA Recall 17V420000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V420000; Date: Jun. 30, 2017
If the vehicle is being driven and the button on the remote is pushed, the night shades may lower, blocking the driver's view, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Newmar Dutch Star; 2015 Newmar Dutch Star; 2016 Newmar Dutch Star; 2017 Newmar Dutch Star; 2018 Newmar Dutch Star; 2015 Newmar Ventana; 2016 Newmar Ventana; 2017 Newmar Ventana
Component: Equipment:recreational Vehicle
Manufactured by: Newmar Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,289
Recall Summary:
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 newmar dutch star and 2015-2017 newmar ventana motorhomes. In the affected motorhomes, the driver side and passenger side powered night shades can be lowered by using the remote when the ignition is in the on position.
How to Fix:
Newmar will notify owners and dealers will install a relay to disable the operation of the driver and passenger night shade by the remote when the ignition is in the on position. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact newmar customer service 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, 2017
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