NEWMAR VENTANA (2019) recall — Suspension
Newmar recalls 2017-2019 Ventana motorhomes with loose steering bolts that could cause loss of vehicle control. Owners must have steering components inspected by DTNA dealers by April 2019.
Use caution until it’s fixed
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.
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What happened, in plain English
Newmar is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ventana motorhomes due to loose steering bolts that could cause loss of vehicle control. This recall matters because it could lead to crashes if the bolts become loose. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224245-newmar-2019-ventana-motorhomes-loose-bolts-risk-loss-of-control.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224245-newmar-2019-ventana-motorhomes-loose-bolts-risk-loss-of-control · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V197000
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“Newmar 2019 Ventana Motorhomes: Loose Bolts Risk Loss of Control.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224245-newmar-2019-ventana-motorhomes-loose-bolts-risk-loss-of-control. Based on NHTSA recall #19V197000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V197000).
Why it’s dangerous
Loose tie rod arm bolts can cause the steering system to separate, leading to loss of vehicle control. This could happen during normal driving conditions, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of Newmar Ventana motorhomes built between 2017 and 2019 that were manufactured on Daimler Trucks North America chassis. Drivers of these motorhomes are most at risk if the steering bolts become loose.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017-2019 Newmar Ventana motorhome was built on a Daimler Trucks North America chassis with Detroit Axle axles. The recall started April 18, 2019.
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Vehicle
What to do — step by step
Contact DTNA Dealer
Have your steering arm and tie rod arm bolts inspected by a DTNA-authorized dealer to ensure proper tightening.
Check Recall Number
Verify your vehicle is affected by checking the recall number 18V-913 with Newmar customer service.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The recall is happening because loose tie rod arm bolts could cause loss of vehicle control, increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it's a 2017-2019 Newmar Ventana motorhome built on a Daimler Trucks North America chassis with Detroit Axle axles.
What should I do if I have the affected vehicle?
Contact a DTNA dealer to inspect your steering components and tighten bolts if necessary, free of charge.
Contact Newmar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Newmar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V197000 — Newmar Newmar Hello, I own a Newmar that is covered by recall 19V197000 from Newmar. The official recall notice states: 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. 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.
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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 #19V197000 (March 13, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 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.
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