Night shades can be lowered while driving
Defect Summary
Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain 2014-2018 newmar dutch star and 2015-2017 newmar ventana motorhomes. In the affected motorhomes, the driver side and passenger side powered night shades can be lowered by using the remote when the ignition is in the on position.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle is being driven and the button on the remote is pushed, the night shades may lower, blocking the driver's view, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Newmar will notify owners and dealers will install a relay to disable the operation of the driver and passenger night shade by the remote when the ignition is in the on position. the recall began on july 28, 2017. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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FAQ: Recall 17V420000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V420000?
NHTSA recall 17V420000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on June 30, 2017. It addresses: Night shades can be lowered while driving. The recall affects approximately 1,289 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 17V420000 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.