Newmar 2017 Ventana Motorhomes: Slide Out Motor Brake Recall
Newmar is recalling 2017 Ventana motorhomes with slide out motors that may lack a brake, risking unexpected extension and crashes. Owners should contact customer service for free inspections.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the slide out motor does not have a brake installed, the slide out box could extend unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Newmar is recalling certain 2017 Ventana motorhomes that may have slide out motors without a brake. This could cause the slide out box to extend unexpectedly, increasing crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226270-newmar-2017-ventana-motorhomes-slide-out-motor-brake-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226270-newmar-2017-ventana-motorhomes-slide-out-motor-brake-recall · Updated October 9, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V773000
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“Newmar 2017 Ventana Motorhomes: Slide Out Motor Brake Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 9, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226270-newmar-2017-ventana-motorhomes-slide-out-motor-brake-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #16V773000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V773000).
Why it’s dangerous
The slide out motor may be installed without a brake, causing the slide out box to extend unexpectedly. This could lead to a crash if the motor extends while the vehicle is moving.
Who’s affected
Owners of Newmar 2017 Ventana motorhomes built between May 17 and September 27, 2016. Those who use slide out features without a brake are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Newmar 2017 Ventana motorhome was built between May 17 and September 27, 2016. The slide out motor may lack a brake.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Newmar Customer Service
Call 1-800-731-8300 to have the motor inspected and replaced if necessary.
What NHTSA says to do
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motor and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall ibegan on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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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 #16V773000 (October 24, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 9, 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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