Recall 10V497 affects 16 2011 Newmar Bay Star vehicles for a propane-leak risk at the range oven. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 16 2011 Bay Star recreational vehicles equipped with Atwood 35 Series range ovens because the gas line feeding the oven cavity burner can fracture and leak propane. A propane leak near an ignition source can lead to fire or explosion, and Newmar will provide the dealer repair free of charge once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The Atwood 35 Series range oven in the 2011 Newmar Bay Star uses a gas delivery line to feed propane to the oven cavity burner. That burner is the part inside the oven that lights and produces heat for cooking. The gas line is supposed to stay sealed while it carries propane from the RV system to the burner.
In the recalled ovens, a small fracture can form inside the line that delivers gas to the oven cavity burner. Once that line is cracked, propane can escape from the line instead of staying contained until it reaches the burner. The problem is the loss of a sealed gas path, not normal burner operation.
There is no warning sign before failure. If your Bay Star is included, do not use the oven until the recalled range oven has been inspected and repaired.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Newmar Bay Star | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 16 |
Not every 2011 Newmar Bay Star is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Propane leaking near an ignition source can start a fire or explosion, with risk of property damage or personal injury. Treat any suspected propane leak as a reason to shut off propane service if safe and call a Newmar dealer for instructions. Repair will be free at any franchised Newmar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Newmar Bay Star is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Newmar dealer to ask for current free repair instructions for the Atwood 35 Series range oven.
- Stop using the range oven until the propane-gas line repair or stove replacement is complete.
- Bring the recall notice if Newmar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V497 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician coordinates the stove work with Atwood and checks the affected range oven. Depending on the inspection, the stove is repaired or replaced. The dealer repair will be free once available, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ask the Newmar service desk to confirm that the range oven in your 2011 Bay Star matches the recalled equipment before the work starts.
Timeline
| October 12, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 12, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V497?
Recall 10V497 covers 16 2011 Newmar Bay Star recreational vehicles equipped with Atwood 35 Series range ovens. A small fracture in the gas line to the oven cavity burner can leak propane. Newmar is working with Atwood to repair or replace the stove for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Newmar Bay Star is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Bay Star is included in recall 10V497. If it is, contact a franchised Newmar dealer and ask for the Atwood 35 Series range oven repair or replacement. Reference recall 10V497 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 10V497, Newmar is working with Atwood to repair or replace the affected stove free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a propane leak at the oven burner gas line. If leaked propane reaches an ignition source, the result can be a fire or explosion with property damage or personal injury. Until the repair is complete, avoid using the affected range oven.
What if I bought my Newmar Bay Star used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2011 Newmar Bay Star is included, then contact a franchised Newmar dealer and reference recall 10V497.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V497000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-574-266-4749 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V497 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V497000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →