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NHTSARecalled Sep 28, 2016 · #16V699000

Wheelchair Access Door may Open while Moving

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Canyon Star recreational vehicles manufactured June 5, 2014, to September 6, 2016. These vehicles have a wheelchair access door with a power door lock that may open while the vehicle is in motion if the keyfob button is pressed accidentally. If the wheelchair access door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Wheelchair Access Door may Open while Moving
  • 2015-2017 Canyon Star recreational
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Model numbers
2017 Canyon
UPCs

What you should do

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will add a relay harness to prevent the keyfob button from opening the door while the vehicle is in motion. The recall began on October 18, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

View the official CPSC notice