Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V797000 Reported December 12, 2017

Reduced visibility/fmvss 108

Newmar Corporation · N/A · 194 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V797000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
194
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 12, 2017
Completion Rate
84.02

Defect Summary

Newmar corporation (newmar) is recalling certain 2018 bay star and bay star sport motorhomes. the front side marker lights on these vehicles may not be connected to the wiring harness. additionally, when the headlight high beams are activated, the low beams may not illuminate as intended. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Safety Consequence

If the front side marker lights are not connected to the wiring harness, and the low beams do not illuminate when high beams are activated, it can reduce visibility to the operator and to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will connect the front side marker lights to the wiring harness, and ensure the low beam lights illuminate with high beam activation, free of charge. the recall began on january 16, 2018. owners may contact newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 17V797000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V797000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 17V797000?

NHTSA recall 17V797000 was issued by Newmar Corporation on December 12, 2017. It addresses: Reduced visibility/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 194 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Newmar Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V797000 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.