NHTSA Recall 19V426000: Exterior lighting and electrical system
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,003 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Newmar Dutch Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V426000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18V-852 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 7, 2019 |
| Owner notification | July 18, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ventana LE and 2017-2019 Dutch Star, Essex, London Aire, Mountain Aire and Ventana, and 2018-2019 New Aire motorhomes built on a Daimler trucks chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Safety risk
Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will inspect and replace the rear PDM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-852.
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 19V426000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Newmar Essex | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Newmar London Aire | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Newmar New Aire | 2018, 2019 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Newmar Ventana LE | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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.