Water heater may scald operator
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 canyon star motorhomes manufactured september 10, 2013, to august 18, 2015 and equipped with atwood on-demand water heaters. in the affected vehicles, the water heater valve may not be properly set and, as a result, the water and gas valve may cause the water heater to overheat the water in the hot water supply tap.
Safety Consequence
The overheating of the water may result in the release of steam, possibly causing the operator is to scald themselves and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will install a remedy kit to eliminate the scald hazard, free of charge. the recall began on december 8, 2015. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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FAQ: Recall 15V747000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V747000?
NHTSA recall 15V747000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on November 12, 2015. It addresses: Water heater may scald operator. The recall affects approximately 90 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V747000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.