NEWMAR DUTCH STAR (2019) recall — Equipment
Newmar is recalling 2018-2019 Dutch Star motorhomes due to entry doors that may open during transit, increasing crash risk. Owners must contact customer service for free door latch adjustment.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the door opens during transit, it can increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Newmar is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dutch Star motorhomes because entry doors may open during transit, potentially causing injuries or crashes. Affected owners should have the door latch rod adjusted for free by Newmar. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224220-newmar-dutch-star-2019-recall-door-opens-during-transit-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224220-newmar-dutch-star-2019-recall-door-opens-during-transit-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V518000
Cite this page
“Newmar Dutch Star 2019 Recall: Door Opens During Transit Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224220-newmar-dutch-star-2019-recall-door-opens-during-transit-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V518000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V518000).
Why it’s dangerous
The door latch rods may be improperly adjusted, allowing the door to open while the motorhome is moving. This could lead to the door hitting other vehicles or causing a crash if the door opens unexpectedly during transit.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2019 Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes are affected. Those who frequently travel with the doors open during transit are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Newmar Dutch Star motorhome was manufactured in 2018 or 2019. The recall covers specific models including Dutch Star, Ventana, and others listed in the official notice.
- Brand
Newmar- Category
Vehicle
What to do — step by step
Contact Newmar Customer Service
Call 1-800-731-8300 to schedule a free door latch rod adjustment at a Newmar dealer.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The door latch rods may be improperly adjusted, allowing the door to open during transit, which could increase the risk of injury or a crash.
How can I tell if my motorhome is affected?
Check if your Newmar Dutch Star motorhome was manufactured in 2018 or 2019. The recall covers specific models including Dutch Star, Ventana, and others listed in the official notice.
What should I do if I own an affected motorhome?
Contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 to schedule a free door latch rod adjustment at a Newmar dealer.
Contact Newmar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Newmar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V518000 — Newmar Newmar Hello, I own a Newmar that is covered by recall 18V518000 from Newmar. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
Similar recalls
Keep exploring
From people who’ve dealt with this
Experiences, tips, and questions from readers. Every comment is reviewed before it appears.
No comments yet — be the first to share your experience.
Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V518000 (June 8, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.