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NHTSA Recall 23V138000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 151 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Newmar Bay Star.

151
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2023
owners notified (April 28)
NHTSA campaign23V138000
Manufacturer campaign597R
ComponentLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH
Report receivedMarch 2, 2023
Owner notificationApril 28, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bay Star, 2023 Bay Star Sport and Canyon Star motorhomes. The entry door latch may fail and not allow entry or exit.

Safety risk

The inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 597R.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V138000

Make and modelModel years
Newmar Bay Star2021, 2022, 2023
Newmar Bay Star Sport2023
Newmar Canyon Star2023

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.