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Vehicle recall 18V062000 · January 19, 2018

Newmar Dutch Star, Ventana and 1 more model

The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ventana, Ventana LE and Dutchstar motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
If the driver has reduced visibility, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will reprogram the Freightliner chassis module, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Notes
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 details

NHTSA campaign
18V062000
Reported to NHTSA
January 19, 2018
Filed by
Newmar Corporation
Owner notification
February 9, 2018
Vehicles potentially affected
1,249
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Exterior lighting › Headlights
Recall 18V062000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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