NHTSA Recall 14V602000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 561 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Newmar All Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V602000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | September 29, 2014 |
| Owner notification | November 6, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
A circuit breaker that is incorrectly rated for the amperage need increases the risk of a fire.
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.
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 14V602000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar All Star | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Newmar Bay Star | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Newmar Dutch Aire DP | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Newmar Essex | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
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.