2014 NEWMAR VENTANA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
6
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA
The 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 8 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS, EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Newmar Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA
NHTSA has recorded 8 recalls for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA, potentially affecting up to 45,277 vehicles.
Recall 18V198000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
| 2,139 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Newmar Ventana, 2011-2017 Newmar Dutch Star, and 2011-2014 Newmar Mountain Aire vehicles, built on Freightliner XBR chassis and equipped with Cummins ISL engines. The power steering hose on the affected vehicles may be routed incorrectly, and, as a result, the hose may rub against the power stud on the starter motor, possibly causing...
Consequence: If the power steering hose contacts the power stud causing a power steering fluid leak, additional steering effort may be needed increasing the risk of a crash or an electrical arc may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will reroute the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is FL-762.
View full details →Recall 17V809000 — EQUIPMENT
| 34,699 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 16V008000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 3,712 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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....
View full details →Recall 15V808000 — EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
| 979 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 King Aire, 2009-2014 Essex, 2011-2015 Mountain Aire, Ventana, and Dutch Star, 2012-2014 Ventana LE, 2012-2015 Canyon Star, and 2015 London Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with refrigerator door latches that may inadvertently lock without the operator's knowledge.
Consequence: If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new replacement door latch that will not automatically latch, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
View full details →Recall 15V808000 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
| 979 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 King Aire, 2009-2014 Essex, 2011-2015 Mountain Aire, Ventana, and Dutch Star, 2012-2014 Ventana LE, 2012-2015 Canyon Star, and 2015 London Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with refrigerator door latches that may inadvertently lock without the operator's knowledge.
Consequence: If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new replacement door latch that will not automatically latch, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
View full details →Recall 15V803000 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
| 1,085 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ventana and Dutch Star motorhomes and model year 2014 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured May 31, 2015, to January 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have cargo door lock actuators that may overheat and melt the actuator housing.
Consequence: A door lock actuator that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new low voltage disconnect module and wire harness for the door lock actuator, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
View full details →Recall 15V803000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 1,085 vehicles affected
Defect: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ventana and Dutch Star motorhomes and model year 2014 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured May 31, 2015, to January 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have cargo door lock actuators that may overheat and melt the actuator housing.
Consequence: A door lock actuator that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a new low voltage disconnect module and wire harness for the door lock actuator, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
View full details →Recall 14V098000 — EQUIPMENT
| 599 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
Remedy: Newmar will notify owners and dealers. The recall began on April 17, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar at 1-800-731-8300.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THIS 2014 CLASS A DIESEL PUSHER RV HAS GIVEN PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE. (PURCHASED USED). THE RV HAS BEEN TAKEN TO REPAIR SHOPS ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION. THE ELECTRIC DAY AND NIGHT SHADE DO NOT WORK PROPERLY AND ARE HELD UP WITH CLOTHES PINS. THE REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY DOESN'T GET COLD ENOUGH. THE ELECTRIC OASIS WATER HEATER AND HEAT FOR THE RIG DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. THE STOVE DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. THE MIRRORS VIBRATE SO MUCH THAT AT TIMES YOU CAN NOT SEE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE WHEN CHANGING LANES OR MAKING A TURN. THE DRAWER CATCHES HAVE BROKEN DOWN AND SLIDE OPEN AT WILL.YOU WOULD THINK THAT A VEHICLE ONLY THREE YEARS OLD WOULD FUNCTION BETTER AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN MADE AWARE OF THESE AND OTHER ISSUES. BUT I CONTINUE TO HAVE TO PAY FOR REPAIRS WHICH GIVE US PROBLEMS AGAIN.
THIS 2014 CLASS A DIESEL PUSHER RV HAS GIVEN PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE. (PURCHASED USED). THE RV HAS BEEN TAKEN TO REPAIR SHOPS ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION. THE ELECTRIC DAY AND NIGHT SHADE DO NOT WORK PROPERLY AND ARE HELD UP WITH CLOTHES PINS. THE REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY DOESN'T GET COLD ENOUGH. THE ELECTRIC OASIS WATER HEATER AND HEAT FOR THE RIG DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. THE STOVE DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. THE MIRRORS VIBRATE SO MUCH THAT AT TIMES YOU CAN NOT SEE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE WHEN CHANGING LANES OR MAKING A TURN. THE DRAWER CATCHES HAVE BROKEN DOWN AND SLIDE OPEN AT WILL.YOU WOULD THINK THAT A VEHICLE ONLY THREE YEARS OLD WOULD FUNCTION BETTER AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN MADE AWARE OF THESE AND OTHER ISSUES. BUT I CONTINUE TO HAVE TO PAY FOR REPAIRS WHICH GIVE US PROBLEMS AGAIN.
Safety Rating for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA
Newmar Corporation has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB 447 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN SPECIFIC MOTOR HOMES. NHTSA#: 15V 803 TC#: 2015- 562 ON CERTAIN MOTORHOMES, THE CARGO DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR ON THE BAGGAGE DOORS COULD OVERHEAT DUE TO A FAULTY KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE CONFIGURATION. IF OPERATED WITH A BATTERY...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the NEWMAR VENTANA
- 2009 NEWMAR VENTANA — 0 complaints
- 2010 NEWMAR VENTANA — 0 complaints
- 2011 NEWMAR VENTANA — 0 complaints
- 2012 NEWMAR VENTANA — 0 complaints
- 2013 NEWMAR VENTANA — 1 complaint
- 2014 NEWMAR VENTANA (current)
- 2015 NEWMAR VENTANA — 0 complaints
- 2016 NEWMAR VENTANA — 6 complaints
- 2017 NEWMAR VENTANA — 2 complaints
- 2018 NEWMAR VENTANA — 2 complaints
- 2019 NEWMAR VENTANA — 2 complaints
Other NEWMAR Models
- NEWMAR DUTCH STAR — 208 total complaints
- NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE — 80 total complaints
- NEWMAR BAY STAR — 57 total complaints
- NEWMAR KOUNTRY STAR — 54 total complaints
- NEWMAR LONDON AIRE — 32 total complaints
- NEWMAR NEW AIRE — 28 total complaints
- NEWMAR NEWMAR — 23 total complaints
- NEWMAR KOUNTRY AIRE — 14 total complaints