2017 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Ventana and others recall: rear window wiper/washer
Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on June 29, 2016. It covers about 24 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 24
- reported
- Jun 29, 2016
- owners notified
- Jul 28, 2016
Visibility: rear window wiper/washer
- What is wrong
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ventana, Ventana VL, and Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured November 1, 2015, to June 24, 2016 and built on a Freightliner Custom Chassis. In the affected vehicles, when the windshield wipers are turned off, the headlights may also turn off. Additionally, the wiper arms may stop in an incorrect location blocking the driver's view, and the wiper motor may stall when under load.
- Risk
- If the headlights go out or the wiper system does not operate properly, the driver's visibility may be adversely affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will update the wiper software, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar Customer Service Department at 1‑800‑731‑8300.
Recall number 16V481000
Affected vehicles
- Newmar Dutch Star 2017 2017
- Newmar Ventana 2017 2017
- Newmar Ventana VL 2017 2017
Questions about recall 16V481000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Newmar Dutch Star, Newmar Ventana and others rear window wiper/washer?
Yes. Recall 16V481000, reported on June 29, 2016, covers about 24 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V481000?
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will update the wiper software, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar Customer Service Department at 1‑800‑731‑8300.
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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