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2008-2015 Newmar Bay Star, Newmar Bay Star Sport and others recall: recreational vehicle/trailer

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on January 13, 2016. It covers about 3,712 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,712
reported
Jan 13, 2016
owners notified
Feb 17, 2016

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

What is wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 Bay Star, Dutch Star, and Ventana, 2012-2014 Bay Star Sport and Ventana VL, 2008-2015 Canyon Star, 2009-2010 Dutch Aire and 2008 Kountry Star motorhomes manufactured May 29, 2007, to January 14, 2015, and equipped with certain Coachstep Double and Triple Electric Steps manufactured by Lippert Components. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
Risk
Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑574‑773‑7791 or Lippert Customer service at 574‑537‑8900. Newmar's number for this recall is 15E 078.

Recall number 16V008000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V008000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2015 Newmar Bay Star, Newmar Bay Star Sport and others recreational vehicle/trailer?

Yes. Recall 16V008000, reported on January 13, 2016, covers about 3,712 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V008000?

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑574‑773‑7791 or Lippert Customer service at 574‑537‑8900. Newmar's number for this recall is 15E 078.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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