NHTSARecalled Jun 29, 2016 · #16V481000
Loss of Headlights/Windshield Wiper Malfunction
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. 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.
Product details
- Product
- Loss of Headlights/Windshield Wiper Malfunction
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Model numbers
- 2017 Ventana
- UPCs
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What you should do
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.