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2019 Newmar Ventana Recalls & Complaints

The 2019 Newmar Ventana has 14 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Newmar dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2019 Newmar Ventana. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2019 Newmar Ventana owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Newmar Ventana, describing incidents dated August 31, 2020 to May 23, 2021.

Most-cited components

Power Train 1 complaint
Unknown or Other 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11419072 · Filed May 30, 2021
On 5/23 I started getting a code "SPN3031 FMI9" which says the DEF temperature is rising too fast, no other codes were present in the fault list (the engine was running at the time I grabbed the fault list). Only the engine outline icon was lit. I had only driven 3 miles from my house to fill up the…
ODI #11352585 · Filed September 1, 2020
ON TWO OCCASIONS, THE FOOT FELL OFF MY EQUALIZER LEVELING JACK. I'M NOT SURE WHEN IT HAPPENED, BUT IF IT HAPPENED ON THE FREEWAY, THE FOOT COULD DAMAGE MY MOTORHOME, MY TOW CAR, OR HIT A CAR FOLLOWING BEHIND ME, ALL OF WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. I WORK AT A MOTORHOME DEALERSHIP AND WE OFTEN FIND…

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Wiring Under Seat Not Secured Properly

NHTSA #22V234000 · Seats · NHTSA notice

Reported April 11, 2022 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 4,961 vehicles

Repair completion: 57.53% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified June 10, 2022

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Ventana, Dutch Star, New Aire, Canyon Star, 2019 Ventana LE, 2020-2022 Kountry Star, 2019-2020 Mountain Aire, London Aire, Essex, and 2021 Super Star vehicles. The wiring under the seats may be incorrectly secured, which can lead to a pinched wire in the seat adjustment mechanism and cause an electrical short circuit.

Safety consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and secure the wiring, adding circuit breaker and fuse protection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 10, 2022. Owners may contact Newmar's 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.nhtsa.gov.

Window Adhesive Failure

NHTSA #21V571000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice

Reported July 27, 2021 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 4,106 vehicles

Repair completion: 67.71% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 21E 047 · Owners notified September 10, 2021

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Bay Star, Ventana, New Aire, 2019-2020 Canyon Star, Bay Star Sport, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, 2018-2021 Dutch Star, 2020 Kountry Star, and 2019 Ventana LE recreational vehicles. The adhesive that bonds the vented portion of the window may fail.

Safety consequence

Adhesive failure may cause the vent portion of the window to detach, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the windows, and replace the vent if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 21E 047.

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.nhtsa.gov.

High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel

NHTSA #21V506000 · Fuel System, Diesel — Fuel Injection System — Fuel Rail · NHTSA notice

Reported July 2, 2021 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 1,737 vehicles

Repair completion: 2.19% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign Cummins 21E-032 · Owners notified August 24, 2021

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019 Mountain Aire, 2020-2021 New Aire, 2020-2022 Super Star, 2018-2021 Ventana, and Dutch Star vehicles equipped with certain Cummins diesel engines. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot boreholes, allowing the high-pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Cummins service centers will inspect the rail threads and fuel lines, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is Cummins 21E-32.

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.nhtsa.gov.

High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel

NHTSA #21V372000 · Fuel System, Diesel — Fuel Injection System — Fuel Rail · NHTSA notice

Reported May 20, 2021 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 1,294 vehicles

Repair completion: 71.41% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign Cummins 21E-032 · Owners notified August 30, 2021

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Dutch Star, 2017-2019 Mountain Aire, 2019-2021 Ventana and 2021 New Aire motorhomes. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters were mailed to owners on July 16, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8000. Newmar's number for this recall is Cummins 21E-032.

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.

Cook Stove Valves may Leak Gas

NHTSA #20V719000 · Equipment — Appliance — Oven/Stove/Cooktop · NHTSA notice

Reported November 20, 2020 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 710 vehicles

Repair completion: 73.8% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 20E 071 · Owners notified January 18, 2021

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Bay Star and Ventana, 2019 Ventana LE, 2020 Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Kountry Star and Super Star and 2021 Bay Star Sport motorhomes equipped with Dometic 3 burner cooking stoves. The stove's saddle valve securing bolt may be overtightened, possibly damaging the o-ring seal and causing a continuous gas leak.

Safety consequence

A gas leak can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit of gaskets, washers, thread locker bolts, and two round orange labels, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20E 071.

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.

Tire Valve Stem Extension May Become Damaged

NHTSA #20V566000 · Tires · NHTSA notice

Reported September 18, 2020 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 350 vehicles

Repair completion: 74.86% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 20V-529 · Owners notified November 9, 2020

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2021 Canyon Star and 2018-2019 Ventana motorhomes built on chassis supplied by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). The tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may come in contact with the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged.

Safety consequence

Extensive damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA facilities will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began November 9, 2020. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-529.

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.

Instrument Panel Display Does Not Dim/FMVSS 101

NHTSA #20V509000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported August 27, 2020 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 732 vehicles

Repair completion: 74.45% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 20V-485 · Owners notified October 21, 2020

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Essex and New Aire, 2019 Dutch Star, London Aire, Mountain Aire, and Ventana motorhomes. The instrument panel brightness cannot be adjusted, possibly causing glare when driving at night. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

Safety consequence

Glare can reduce the driver's visibility of the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owner, and dealers will update the software and processor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2020. 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.

Damaged Circuit Board May Affect Lighting Function

NHTSA #20V421000 · Exterior Lighting — Brake Lights · NHTSA notice

Reported July 21, 2020 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 3,202 vehicles

Repair completion: 34.6% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 20V-404 · Owners notified September 11, 2020

Defect description

Newmar Corporaton (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ventana LE, 2017-2020 Ventana, London Aire, Essex and Dutch Star, 2017-2019 Mountain Aire, 2018-2020 New Aire, and 2020 Kountry Star motorhomes that received the 'inspection-only' remedy from recall 19V-426. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.

Safety consequence

Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. This recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-404.

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.

Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts

NHTSA #20V171000 · Service Brakes, Air — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported March 20, 2020 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 129 vehicles

Repair completion: 96.9% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign #20V-127 · Owners notified May 6, 2020 · Vehicles built October 3, 2018 – May 22, 2019 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Essex and London Aire, 2019 Mountain Aire, Ventana LE and Ventana and 2020 Kountry Star motorhomes built on DTNA chassis. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.

Safety consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 6, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-127.

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.

Circuit Board Damage Affecting Lighting Functions

NHTSA #19V426000 · Exterior Lighting · NHTSA notice

Reported June 7, 2019 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 2,003 vehicles

Repair completion: 79.93% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 18V-852 · Owners notified July 18, 2019 · Vehicles built January 26, 2016 – May 24, 2019 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ventana LE and 2017-2019 Dutch Star, Essex, London Aire, Mountain Aire and Ventana, and 2018-2019 New Aire motorhomes built on a Daimler trucks chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.

Safety consequence

Nonfunctioning lights can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks dealers will inspect and replace the rear PDM, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-852.

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.

Steering and Tie Rod Arm Bolts may be Loose

NHTSA #19V197000 · Suspension — Front — Control Arm · NHTSA notice

Reported March 13, 2019 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 5 vehicles

Repair completion: 20% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 18V-913 · Owners notified April 18, 2019 · Vehicles built April 12, 2017 – February 23, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ventana motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) chassis equipped with Detroit Axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering and tie rod arm bolts.

Safety consequence

Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 18, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America at 1-800-547-0712 to locate a Qualified Service Center or can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-913.

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.

Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts

NHTSA #18V859000 · Service Brakes, Air — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported December 4, 2018 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 308 vehicles

Newmar campaign 18V-703 · Owners notified January 10, 2019 · Vehicles built November 10, 2017 – October 31, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Newmar Essex, Ventana LE, Ventana, London Aire, and Mountain Aire vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been sufficiently tightened.

Safety consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar has notified owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will inspect and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-703.

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.

Entry Door may Open Unexpectedly

NHTSA #18V518000 · Equipment — Recreational Vehicle/Trailer · NHTSA notice

Reported August 6, 2018 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 239 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified September 5, 2018 · Vehicles built January 10, 2018 – April 6, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Newmar Ventana LE, Mountain Aire, Essex, Ventana, Dutch Star, New Aire, London Aire and King Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have entry doors that have latch rods that may be improperly adjusted, allowing the door to open during transit.

Safety consequence

If the door opens during transit, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will readjust the door latch rod, free of charge. The recall began September 5, 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.

Caliper Mounting Bolts Insufficiently Tightened

NHTSA #18V505000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice

Reported August 2, 2018 · Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected: 119 vehicles

Repair completion: 94.96% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Newmar campaign 18V-353 · Owners notified August 30, 2018 · Vehicles built March 10, 2017 – January 31, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Newmar Ventana LE and Ventana motorhomes, 2018 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes, and 2017-2018 London Aire motorhomes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.

Safety consequence

If the brake caliper mounting bolts loosen, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and authorized Daimler Trucks service centers will inspect the caliper mounting bolts and tighten them to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-353.

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.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2019 Newmar Ventana. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

2 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Newmar Ventana.

Power Train

ODI #11419072

Incident: May 23, 2021 · Filed: May 30, 2021

On 5/23 I started getting a code "SPN3031 FMI9" which says the DEF temperature is rising too fast, no other codes were present in the fault list (the engine was running at the time I grabbed the fault list). Only the engine outline icon was lit. I had only driven 3 miles from my house to fill up the RV with fuel. I turned the engine off and restarted, getting the same code. After driving back home I pulled up the list again and it was the same. On 5/25 I contacted the local repair shop and they took my information. They called back on 5/26 saying that Spartan (chassis manufacturer) thought I should have more codes. Early on 5/27 I pulled the fault list from the RV with the key in accessory position and I got 2 fault codes, the SPN3031 and also a "SPN1761 FMI9" but it also showed different icons than the prior query, also showing the "check engine" and "Regen" lights. Since I had seen 2 different fault sets I decided to remove the key and try again. I only got the single engine outline icon and the SPN3031 code. I didn't receive the SPN1761. I provided this information to the repair shop shortly after they opened and about an hour later I got a call back from Spartan. They indicated that I would need a new DEF head, the one I had was failing and it was a very common problem this year such that they had none in stock. They also said they weren't sure when they could get me a new one or how many miles the RV could be driven before it would start to derate it's power. I fully support the DEF improvement in air quality, but it is not safe to have a vehicle that is going to start derating power potentially leaving it useless and no ability to get the warranty replacement parts quickly. Manufacturers should have to supply parts for warranty claims before they can sell new items when there is a shortage. The consumer shouldn't be left with an inoperable vehicle while they sell the limited supply to new consumers for a profit.

Unknown or Other

ODI #11352585

Incident: August 31, 2020 · Filed: September 1, 2020

ON TWO OCCASIONS, THE FOOT FELL OFF MY EQUALIZER LEVELING JACK. I'M NOT SURE WHEN IT HAPPENED, BUT IF IT HAPPENED ON THE FREEWAY, THE FOOT COULD DAMAGE MY MOTORHOME, MY TOW CAR, OR HIT A CAR FOLLOWING BEHIND ME, ALL OF WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. I WORK AT A MOTORHOME DEALERSHIP AND WE OFTEN FIND MOTORHOMES OF THIS BRAND MISSING A FOOT OFF THEIR LEVELING JACK. THIS SEEMS TO BE A REOCCURRING PROBLEM.

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