Recall 20V509000: 2018–2019 Newmar Essex and 5 other models
- Report received
- Aug 27, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Potentially affected
- 732vehicles
- Model years
- 2018–2019
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Essex and New Aire, 2019 Dutch Star, London Aire, Mountain Aire, and Ventana motorhomes. The instrument panel brightness cannot be adjusted, possibly causing glare when driving at night. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Possible consequence
Glare can reduce the driver's visibility of the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owner, and dealers will update the software and processor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2020. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2019 Newmar Dutch Star23 complaints
- 2018 Newmar Essex0 complaints
- 2019 Newmar Essex1 complaints
- 2019 Newmar London Aire5 complaints
- 2019 Newmar Mountain Aire4 complaints
- 2018 Newmar NEW Aire8 complaints
- 2019 Newmar NEW Aire5 complaints
- 2019 Newmar Ventana2 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.