Recall of 2026 Newmar Freedom Aire Motorhomes Due to Wiring Issue

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Newmar Corporation is recalling 32 units of its 2026 Freedom Aire motorhomes because of potential wiring problems that could cause the hydronic heating system to activate unintentionally, increasing injury risk.

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What Happened

Newmar Corporation is recalling certain 2026 Freedom Aire motorhomes because the hydronic heating system wiring may be incorrectly connected to constant 12V power, which can cause the system to unintentionally activate.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects 32 units of the 2026 Newmar Freedom Aire motorhomes. No specific model numbers, UPCs, or date ranges beyond the 2026 model year are provided.

What You Should Do

Owners should expect notification letters to be mailed on April 24, 2026. Dealers will repair the wiring and disconnect the hydronic heating system from constant 12V power at no cost. Contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 for more information. Newmar's recall number is 626 RSB.

Why This Matters

Unintended activation of the hydronic heating system can produce harmful gas, increasing the risk of injury to occupants. This recall addresses a potential safety hazard in the electrical system of the affected vehicles.

Source

This recall is from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Refer to NHTSA Campaign Number 26V107000 for details.

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Newmar Corporation is recalling 32 units of its 2026 Freedom Aire motorhomes because of potential wiring problems that could cause the hydronic heating system to activate unintentionally, increasing injury risk.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
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