| NHTSA Recall # | 119042 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 16V481000 |
| MFG Compaign # | |
| Manufacturer | Newmar Corporation |
| Supplier | NEWMAR |
| Brand | NEWMAR |
| Model | DUTCH STAR |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Component | VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER |
| Date of notification | 28/07/16 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 01/11/15 |
| End date of manufacturing | 24/06/16 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 29/06/16 |
| Report created | 29/06/16 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 24 |
| Defect summary | 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 summary | 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. |
| Corrective action | 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 notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |