NEWMAR BAY STAR SPORT 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V830000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NEWMAR | BAY STAR SPORT | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-02-05 | 2017-12-19 | 2017-12-26 |
Production Dates: 2016-02-22 - 2017-10-09
Manufacturers Involved: Newmar Corporation
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2915
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Newmar Corporation "Newmar" is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, New Aire, Ventana and Ventana LE motorhomes. These vehicles may have a loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch "ATS", possibly resulting in a build up of heat.
The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrical connection at the ATS, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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.
