NHTSA Recall 14V485000: Electrical system: wiring and exterior lighting
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 63 vehicles. It affects 2014 Newmar Dutch Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V485000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | August 6, 2014 |
| Owner notification | August 19, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured April 14, 2014, to June 20, 2014. An incorrectly wired headlight wiring harness may have been installed in the affected vehicles. As a result, if one of the two headlight circuit breakers fails, both headlights and both fog lights may go out.
Safety risk
If the headlights and fog lights go out, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install an auxillary headlight harness, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V485000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.