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NHTSA Recall 16V699000: Equipment adaptive/mobility and latches/locks/linkages

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 71 vehicles. It affects 2015–2017 Newmar Canyon Star.

71
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (October 18)
NHTSA campaign16V699000
ComponentsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Report receivedSeptember 28, 2016
Owner notificationOctober 18, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Canyon Star recreational vehicles manufactured June 5, 2014, to September 6, 2016. These vehicles have a wheelchair access door with a power door lock that may open while the vehicle is in motion if the keyfob button is pressed accidentally.

Safety risk

If the wheelchair access door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will add a relay harness to prevent the keyfob button from opening the door while the vehicle is in motion. The recall began on October 18, 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 16V699000

Make and modelModel years
Newmar Canyon Star2015, 2016, 2017

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.