Recall 22V234 covers 4,961 2019-2022 Newmar motorhomes with pinched seat wiring that can short circuit. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
Newmar is recalling 4,961 2019-2022 vehicles, including Bay Star Sport, because wiring under the seats can be incorrectly secured and pinched in the seat adjustment mechanism. A pinched wire can short circuit and increase the risk of a fire, and Newmar dealers will secure the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On 2019-2022 Newmar motorhomes, the driver and passenger seats have wiring routed under the seat base near the seat and slide adjustment mechanism. That wiring carries electrical power for seat functions and needs to stay clipped away from moving rails, brackets, and pinch points.
On affected motorhomes, the wiring under the seat was incorrectly secured. As the seat is adjusted, the seat or slide mechanism can pinch the wire and damage the insulation. Once the insulation is damaged, the electrical circuit can short. A short circuit under the seat can create heat, arcing, or a thermal event, which increases the risk of fire.
There is no warning sign before failure. If you notice hot wiring, repeated seat fuse problems, smoke, a burning smell, or seat electrical behavior that seems wrong, stop using the seat controls and contact a Newmar dealer.
Who's affected?
The scope spans the 2019-2022 model years across several Newmar coach lines, all tied to the driver and passenger seat assembly.
| 2022 Newmar Canyon Star | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2022 Newmar Bay Star Sport | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Bay Star Sport | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Bay Star Sport | seat assembly |
| 2022 Newmar Bay Star | seat assembly |
| 2022 Newmar Ventana | seat assembly |
| 2022 Newmar New Aire | seat assembly |
| 2022 Newmar Kountry Star | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar Super Star | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar Bay Star | seat assembly |
| 2022 Newmar Dutch Star | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar Ventana | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar Kountry Star | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar Bay Star Sport | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Bay Star | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar Dutch Star | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar Canyon Star | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Canyon Star | seat assembly |
| 2021 Newmar New Aire | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Ventana | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Kountry Star | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar New Aire | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar London Aire | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Essex | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Dutch Star | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Canyon Star | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Bay Star | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Dutch Star | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Ventana Le | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Ventana | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Essex | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar London Aire | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar New Aire | seat assembly |
| 2020 Newmar Mountain Aire | seat assembly |
| 2019 Newmar Mountain Aire | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 4,961 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching model year and Newmar model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A short circuit in the wiring increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and use extra care with any electrical issue until the wiring is inspected and secured. Repair is free at any franchised Newmar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019-2022 Newmar motorhome is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Newmar dealer to schedule the free seat-wiring inspection and protection repair that secures the wiring and adds circuit breaker or fuse protection as needed.
- Reference recall number 22V234 when you call, and bring the owner letter if Newmar mailed one to you.
- Avoid moving the affected seat adjustment mechanism until the dealer checks the under-seat wiring.
- Call Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 with questions about scheduling or the free repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Newmar technician inspects the seat wiring, secures any wiring that can be pinched by the seat adjustment mechanism, and adds circuit breaker and fuse protection as needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you've already paid for this wiring repair before the recall letter reached you, Newmar's reimbursement process lets you request a review for documented costs. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk or contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 11, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 10, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| June 10, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 10, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 10, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V234?
Recall 22V234 covers 4,961 2019-2022 Newmar vehicles with seat wiring that can be pinched by the seat adjustment mechanism. That pinched wire can cause an electrical short circuit and increase fire risk. Newmar dealers inspect and secure the wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2022 Newmar vehicle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V234. If it is, contact a Newmar dealer to schedule the seat-wiring inspection and repair. Reference recall number 22V234 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Newmar's remedy says dealers will inspect and secure the seat wiring for free. Dealers add circuit breaker and fuse protection as needed.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V234?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short circuit. In recall 22V234, wiring under the seats can be incorrectly secured and pinched in the seat adjustment mechanism. Newmar's repair secures the wiring and adds circuit breaker and fuse protection as needed.
What if I bought my Newmar vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Newmar vehicle is included, then call a Newmar dealer and reference recall number 22V234.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V234000 |
|---|---|
| Newmar customer service | 1-800-731-8300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V234 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V234000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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