2017 Newmar Ventana: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2017 Newmar Ventana. The newest campaign is 21V506000. NHTSA received the report on 2 Jul 2021. The NHTSA record gives the component Fuel System, Diesel / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 21V506000, in the NHTSA record

Cummins service centers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is Cummins 21E-32.

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Recall campaigns

14 campaigns, newest first. 51,808 units in total.

21V5060002 Jul 2021Fuel System, Diesel / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail
20V42100021 Jul 2020Exterior Lighting / Turn Signal
19V4260007 Jun 2019Exterior Lighting
19V19700013 Mar 2019Suspension / Front / Control Arm
18V5050002 Aug 2018Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Disc / Caliper
18V24500018 Apr 2018Exterior Lighting / Headlights
18V19800027 Mar 2018Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
18V06200019 Jan 2018Exterior Lighting / Headlights
17V83000019 Dec 2017Electrical System / Wiring
17V80900015 Dec 2017Equipment
17V42000030 Jun 2017Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
16V82600015 Nov 2016Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
16V77300024 Oct 2016Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
16V48100029 Jun 2016Visibility / Rear Window Wiper/Washer

21V506000Received 2 Jul 2021. 1,737 units.
Fuel System, Diesel / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019 Mountain Aire, 2020-2021 New Aire, 2020-2022 Super Star, 2018-2021 Ventana, and Dutch Star vehicles equipped with certain Cummins diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high-pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Cummins service centers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is Cummins 21E-32.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number Cummins 21E-032. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Aug 2021.
20V421000Received 21 Jul 2020. 3,202 units.
Exterior Lighting / Turn Signal
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporaton (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ventana LE, 2017-2020 Ventana, London Aire, Essex and Dutch Star, 2017-2019 Mountain Aire, 2018-2020 New Aire, and 2020 Kountry Star motorhomes that received the 'inspection-only' remedy from recall 19V-426. 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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. This recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-404.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 20V-404. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Sep 2020.
19V426000Received 7 Jun 2019. 2,003 units.
Exterior Lighting
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 18V-852. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Jul 2019.
19V197000Received 13 Mar 2019. 5 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ventana motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) chassis equipped with Detroit Axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America at 1-800-547-0712 to locate a Qualified Service Center or can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-913.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 18V-913. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Apr 2019.
18V505000Received 2 Aug 2018. 119 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Disc / Caliper
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Newmar Ventana LE and Ventana motorhomes, 2018 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes, and 2017-2018 London Aire motorhomes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and authorized Daimler Trucks service centers will inspect the caliper mounting bolts and tighten them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-353.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 18V-353. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Aug 2018.
18V245000Received 18 Apr 2018. 2,038 units.
Exterior Lighting / Headlights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2015-2016 Newmar London Aire, and 2013-2017 Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes. When switching from using the low beam headlights to the high beam headlights, the low beam headlights go out when the intention was to have both beams illuminate.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Without the low beams also illuminated when the high beams are on, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will correct the vehicles so that the low beam stays illuminated when the high beam is switched on, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 May 2018.
18V198000Received 27 Mar 2018. 2,139 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2011-2017 Newmar Dutch Star, and 2011-2014 Newmar Mountain Aire vehicles, built on Freightliner XBR chassis and equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the power steering hose contacts the power stud causing a power steering fluid leak, additional steering effort may be needed increasing the risk of a crash or an electrical arc may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-762.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number FL-762. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 May 2018.
18V062000Received 19 Jan 2018. 1,249 units.
Exterior Lighting / Headlights
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ventana, Ventana LE and Dutchstar motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the driver has reduced visibility, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will reprogram the Freightliner chassis module, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 Feb 2018.
17V830000Received 19 Dec 2017. 2,915 units.
Electrical System / Wiring
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Feb 2018.
17V809000Received 15 Dec 2017. 34,699 units.
Equipment
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 17E-062. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Feb 2018.
17V420000Received 30 Jun 2017. 1,289 units.
Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Newmar Dutch Star and 2015-2017 Newmar Ventana motorhomes. In the affected motorhomes, the driver side and passenger side powered night shades can be lowered by using the remote when the ignition is in the ON position.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the vehicle is being driven and the button on the remote is pushed, the night shades may lower, blocking the driver's view, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners and dealers will install a relay to disable the operation of the driver and passenger night shade by the remote when the ignition is in the ON position. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jul 2017.
16V826000Received 15 Nov 2016. 370 units.
Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Dutch Star and Ventana motorhomes manufactured January 22, 2016, to November 7, 2016, equipped with Cummins ISL engines. These vehicles, built on a Freightliner chassis, have a power steering hose that may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing electrical arcing and a power steering fluid leak.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Electrical arcing in the presence of leaking power steering fluid can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose for proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2017. Owners may contact Freightliner customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V 809.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number 16V 809. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Dec 2016.
16V773000Received 24 Oct 2016. 19 units.
Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 Dutch Star and Ventana motorhomes manufactured May 17, 2016, to September 27, 2016. On certain motorhomes, the wardrobe slide out motor may have been installed without having a brake.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
If the slide out motor does not have a brake installed, the slide out box could extend unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motor and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall ibegan on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Dec 2016.
16V481000Received 29 Jun 2016. 24 units.
Visibility / Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Newmar Corporation. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jul 2016.

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Recall Register. 2017 Newmar Ventana: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/newmar/ventana/2017/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 29 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Newmar Corporation

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2017 Newmar Ventana?: 51,808 units in 14 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Newmar Ventana have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 49 recall campaigns for the Newmar Ventana, model years 2006 to 2022. 14 of them name the 2017 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2017 Newmar Ventana open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.