Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published July 21, 2020
Newmar Dutch Star 2020: Non-functioning lights increase crash risk
Newmar recalls 2020 Dutch Star motorhomes with faulty rear lights that may cause crashes. Owners must contact Newmar for free PDM replacement by September 11, 2020.
“Newmar Dutch Star 2020: Non-functioning lights increase crash risk.” GovInfoNow, updated August 18, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79907-newmar-dutch-star-2020-non-functioning-lights-increase-crash-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #20V421000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V421000).
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on July 21, 2020, that Newmar is recalling certain motorhomes due to non-functioning exterior marker lights. The agency said the defect increases the risk of a crash. Owners should contact dealers for a free Power Distribution Module replacement.
How to tell if you have it
Newmar Dutch Star, 2017-2020
Newmar Essex, 2017-2020
Newmar Kountry Star, 2020
Newmar London Aire, 2017-2020
Newmar Mountain Aire, 2017-2020
Newmar New Aire, 2018-2020
Newmar Ventana LE, 2016-2019
Newmar Ventana, 2017-2020
What to do
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. This recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
The hazard
NHTSA said non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Newmar Corporation has 102 other recalls on record since May 27, 2010. Other recent recalls of similar products include Volvo VNL 2026 Exterior Lighting Recall (August 6, 2026), BMW 2026 228i Gran Coupe (February 4, 2026), and Chrysler 2026 Ram 1500 (July 1, 2026). NHTSA has received 6 owner complaints for the 2017 Newmar Dutch Star with the latest on May 12, 2023, and 16 complaints for the 2018 model with the latest on June 12, 2024. NHTSA has received 23 owner complaints for the 2019 Newmar Dutch Star with the latest on November 6, 2025, and 6 complaints for the 2020 model with the latest on January 25, 2026.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2020 Dutch Star motorhome was part of recall 19V-426 with an 'inspection-only' remedy. The recall covers specific model years and vehicle types.
Brand
Newmar
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact Newmar
Call 1-800-731-8300 to get instructions for free PDM replacement.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. This recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-404.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 52 days.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
Contact Newmar
We’ve drafted a message you can send Newmar to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V421000 — Newmar Dutch Star 2020: Non-functioning lights increase crash risk
Hello,
I own a Newmar Dutch Star 2020: Non-functioning lights increase crash risk that is covered by recall 20V421000 from Newmar.
The official recall notice states: Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. This recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Newmar's customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-404.
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.
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.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 18, 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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