Recall 21V-700: 2019–2021 Newmar Dutch Star, 2019–2021 Newmar Essex and 5 more
Newmar Corporation recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 9, 2021, covering about 1,554 vehicles.
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 London Aire, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, Mountain Aire, 2020-2021 Ventana, and 2021 New Aire recreational vehicles. The instrument cluster may intermittently go blank while the vehicle is in motion.
The risk
A blank instrument cluster display may be missing critical information such as the vehicle's speed and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the control module software, and reroute and secure the ductwork, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 8, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V700000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Newmar Dutch Star | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Newmar Essex | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Newmar King Aire | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Newmar London Aire | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2019, 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Newmar New Aire | 2021 | All years |
| Newmar Ventana | 2020, 2021 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V-700?
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 London Aire, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, Mountain Aire, 2020-2021 Ventana, and 2021 New Aire recreational vehicles. The instrument cluster may intermittently go blank while the vehicle is in motion.
How is recall 21V-700 fixed?
Dealers will update the control module software, and reroute and secure the ductwork, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 8, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.