Recall 16V270 affects 59 2015-2016 Newmar Ventana Le and Ventana vehicles for loose front sway bar bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 59 2015-2016 Ventana Le and Ventana motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis because front sway bar mounting brackets can fit improperly and let mounting bolts bend or loosen. Loose sway bar bolts affect handling and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Newmar makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The front sway bar on 2015-2016 Newmar Ventana and Ventana Le motorhomes is a suspension bar that helps control side-to-side body movement. It connects across the front axle area and resists the leaning motion that happens when a large motorhome turns, changes lanes, or reacts to road crown. The mounting brackets and bolts hold that bar tight against the axle so it can do that job.
On affected motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis, the front sway bar mounting bracket does not fit flush against the axle mounting surface. That poor fit puts bending load into the mounting bolts and lets them loosen. If the bolts loosen enough, the sway bar can detach, which can lead to more vehicle sway and reduced handling.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the bar has already loosened or detached, an owner can notice more body sway or less steady handling, but the recall record does not list an early warning.
Who's affected?
Covers both Ventana and Ventana Le motorhomes across the 2015 and 2016 model years, with front suspension and steering listed separately.
| 2015 Newmar Ventana Le | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2015 Newmar Ventana Le | steering system |
| 2016 Newmar Ventana | front suspension |
| 2016 Newmar Ventana | steering system |
| 2015 Newmar Ventana | front suspension |
| 2015 Newmar Ventana | steering system |
| 2016 Newmar Ventana Le | front suspension |
| 2016 Newmar Ventana Le | steering system |
| Units affected | 59 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose sway bar bolts can let the sway bar detach from the axle. That affects handling and increases the risk of a crash. Keep speeds conservative, avoid abrupt maneuvers, and contact a franchised dealer for recall service when the repair opens. Repair will be free at any franchised Newmar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Newmar Ventana Le or Ventana is included in this recall.
- Contact Newmar customer service for the current repair status before scheduling service.
- Ask where to take the coach for the free sway-bar mounting modification that secures the front sway bar brackets and bolts.
- Reference recall number 16V270 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if the coach handles abnormally.
What happens at the repair
Because this repair is not marked available, confirm repair timing with Newmar before traveling to a service center. Once the repair opens, a Newmar technician will modify the front sway bar mounting on the Freightliner chassis so the brackets fit the axle correctly and the mounting bolts stay secure. The dealer repair will be free once available. Newmar has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related sway bar mounting repair. Keep repair orders and payment records, and ask Newmar service how to submit them.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 4, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 14, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 2, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| July 2, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 2, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V270?
Recall 16V270 covers 59 2015-2016 Newmar Ventana Le and Ventana motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The front sway bar mounting brackets do not fit properly on the axle, which can bend or loosen the mounting bolts. Daimler Trucks service centers will modify the sway bar mounting for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Newmar Ventana Le or Ventana is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 16V270. If it is, contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or the Newmar service department at 1-800-731-8300 to locate the right service center. Reference Newmar recall number 16V 208 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V270, Daimler Trucks service centers will modify the front sway bar mounting free of charge for included 2015-2016 Newmar Ventana Le and Ventana motorhomes.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is reduced handling control. If the sway bar bolts loosen, the sway bar can detach from the axle, affecting handling and increasing crash risk. Confirm the VIN first, then arrange the free sway bar mounting repair through the correct service center.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall began on June 14, 2016. Because that date has passed, owners of included 2015-2016 Newmar Ventana Le and Ventana motorhomes should use the VIN check, then call Daimler Trucks or Newmar with recall 16V270 and Newmar number 16V 208.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V270000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V270 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V270000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →