Are there recalls for the 2014 NEWMAR Bay Star Sport?
- There are 6 recall(s) for the 2014 NEWMAR Bay Star Sport, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 128314 [USA]: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.Nhtsa.Gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v809-2309.Pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.Nhtsa.Gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.Pdf newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on february 7, 2018. Owners may contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.Kidde.Com and click on "product safety recall" for more information or owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17e-062. 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.Safercar.Gov.
Recall 113578 [USA]: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 bay star, dutch star, and ventana, 2012-2014 bay star sport and ventana vl, 2008-2015 canyon star, 2009-2010 dutch aire and 2008 kountry star motorhomes manufactured may 29, 2007, to january 14, 2015, and equipped with certain coachstep double and triple electric steps manufactured by lippert components. The bolt that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable. newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on february 17, 2016. Owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-574-773-7791 or lippert customer service at 574-537-8900. Newmar's number for this recall is 15e 078. 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.Safercar.Gov.
Recall 101957 [USA]: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 bay star sport, bay star, canyon star, ventana le, ventana, dutch star, mountain aire, and essex recreational vehicles manufactured february 18, 2013, through november 15, 2013, and equipped with frigidaire kg series microwaves. In the affected vehicles, the microwave may start on its own. newmar will notify owners and dealers. The recall began on april 17, 2014. Owners may contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300. 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.Safercar.Gov.
Recall 97059 [USA]: If motor damage occurs, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the motorhome is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Newmar corporation is recalling certain model year 2013 bay star sport, ventana and ventana le and model year 2013-2014 bay star, canyon star and dutch star motorhomes. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged. newmar will notify owners and dometic staff will replace the affected motors with a design that is not subject to an out-of-sequence installation error. The recall began on june 28, 2013. Owners may contact newmar at 1-574-773-7791 or dometic at 1-888-447-0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed. 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.Safercar.Gov.
Recall 2017635 [Canada]: Accessories
On certain motorhomes equipped with kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. Also, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury, and fail to discharge. In case of fire, failure of the extinguisher to function could result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: owners will be provided with instructions on how to inspect the fire extinguisher to see if it is recalled. Replacement fire extinguishers will be supplied by kidde directly. Note: for more information about recalled fire extinguishers, please visit www.Kidde.Com.
Recall 2016018 [Canada]: Other
On certain motorhomes equipped with lippert components inc. Electric entry steps, an internal bolt on the steps that attaches the fan gear assembly to the steps could fracture. This results in the fan gear disengaging from the steps, which could cause the steps to stop in an unexpected position and appear to be loose or unstable. If the steps become unstable, it could cause a person to fall, resulting in injury. Correction: dealers will install a step retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, and all bolts of the mechanism will also be replaced.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
TSB 418 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Certain newmar units are equipped with automotion shades. Attached is information you will need. This will apply when replacing the (old) 5 wire shade motors or changing complete shade when existing (old) shade is 5 wire and new shade motor
TSB 446 - STRUCTURE: Newmar corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes. Nhtsa#: 16v 008 tc#: 2016-018 newmar corporation has been advised by lippert components that on certain motorhomes using lci coac
TSB 408 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: On certain vehicles manufactured between february 18, 2013 and november 15, 2013, equipped with frigidaire kg series microwaves, a defect in the microwave oven keypad could cause the oven to activate without pressing any keys, which could r