NHTSA recall campaign
14V602000
What was wrong
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Bay Star, Ventana VT/VL, Dutch Aire, Dutch Star, All-Star, Mountain Aire, and Essex motorhomes manufactured January 16, 2007, to May 24, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the circuit breaker for the refrigerator heated water line may be incorrect for the amperage draw.
Risk
A circuit breaker that is incorrectly rated for the amperage need increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorhome and verify that the circuit breaker rating is correct for the amperage draw, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →