NHTSA Recall 15V808000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment) and latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 979 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Newmar Canyon Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V808000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | December 1, 2015 |
| Owner notification | January 4, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 King Aire, 2009-2014 Essex, 2011-2015 Mountain Aire, Ventana, and Dutch Star, 2012-2014 Ventana LE, 2012-2015 Canyon Star, and 2015 London Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with refrigerator door latches that may inadvertently lock without the operator's knowledge.
Safety risk
If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new replacement door latch that will not automatically latch, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2016. 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 15V808000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Canyon Star | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Newmar Essex | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Newmar King Aire | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Newmar London Aire | 2015 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Newmar Ventana LE | 2012, 2013, 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.