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2006-2022 · 17 model years

Newmar Ventana Problems by year

Owners have filed 14 complaints about the Newmar Ventana across 17 model years, and it has 49 recalls. The 2021 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the engine & cooling.

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Most complaints for its age20211 complaint · 12 recallsSee the 2021
Complaints
14
Recalls
49
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Ventana complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20220600-D
202111200SteeringF
20204700Electrical systemD
201921400Transmission & drivetrainF
201811400Electrical systemF
201711400Electrical systemF
20163800Engine & coolingD
20150700-C
20141600Electrical systemC
20131600Fuel systemC
20120500-C
20110500-C
20100300-A
20090400-B
20080500-C
20070400-B
20060200-A

Most common Ventana problems

Newmar Ventana recalls 49

Latest Ventana complaints

2020 Newmar VentanaEquipment & accessories

I was informed through a trade publication that Roadmaster had issued a recall of the towbar due to potential failure of a "roll pin" seated into a "stinger" assembly that could cause the towbar to separate and fail. I contacted Roadmaster on [redacted], and recieved a response on [redacted] with vague and incomplete information relating to whether I could continue to use the towbar, although they described the matter as "urgent". The notice is at their webpage at [[redacted]] . I have inquired as to the proper...

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method to inspect my towbar to determine if can continue to be used, but have recieved no reponse in over 3 weeks. The stated remedy is to provide a replacement for portions of the towbar to affected owners, but there is no indication that labor for replacing the parts in included. removing the large bolts required to replace the part is beyond the ability of most owners, and requires tools that most owners would not have. Presumably, there are torqueing or other installation requirements that would also be beyond the ability of most owners. Roadmaster's response to their published recall has been lacking in many regards, and should be addressed more openly and with better solutions provided for affected owners. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Trailer hitchesNHTSA 11762947
2020 Newmar VentanaOther & unknown

Adhesive inside the dashboard display is failing. It started at approximately 20,000 miles and has suddenly gotten much worse 1 year later at approximately 30,000 miles. This failure is causing "bubbles" in the display, which is interfering with the clarity/readability of the gauges, including the speedometer, which I consider to be a safety issue. Ultimately, I'm concerned that the screen may fail completely while I'm driving.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11755810
2020 Newmar VentanaElectrical system

The laminated glass instrument/gauge cover has separated making it very difficult to see gauges for air, temp and speed.

Filed Incident Unknown or other · Electrical systemNHTSA 11647629
2018 Newmar VentanaElectrical systemLights

The contact owns a 2018 Newmar Ventana 3715 RV built on a 2019 Freightliner XC-R Chassis. The contact stated that the tail lights, the driver's side brake light, and the driver's side turn signal light had failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the secondary fuse harness was installed under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V00H000(Electrical System, Exterior Lighting); however, the failure persisted. The dealer determined that the rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) needed to be replaced; however, the...

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repair was not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 33,970.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Exterior lightingNHTSA 11620343
2021 Newmar VentanaSteering

The Motorhome is equipped with a computer controlled Comfort Drive steering system ( also known as ReAX-C and other names) that is supposed to keep the vehicle going straight at all times with low steering efforts in side winds, pot holes or against the crown of the road. The Comfort Drive is supposed offer consistent steering feel and allow the driver to concentrate on driving with reduced fatigue. This system appears to only be working part of the time - and that is only when driving on a perfectly flat road...

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with little or no wind. On a recent 4,000 mile cross country trip on Interstate highways in this vehicle with crowned roads, pot holes, construction zones and windy conditions it was a literal "white knuckle" fight to maintain steering in my lane. It was very dangerous situation every day never knowing when a gust of wind was going to blow the vehicle off the road or into another lane. I had to fight every minute to try keep this vehicle under control. I had a previous motorhome with a Comfort Drive system that was totally under control at all times. However, I have been told that this current model has a brand new totally redesigned Comfort Drive system. I have been to the Spartan Factory Service in Charlotte, MI on two separate occasions to have this Comfort Drive fixed. The first time they test drove it and said it was fine. The second time they said they used a test machine and it showed " no faults" so it is fine. They stated they buy the "Comfort Drive" from ZF- TRW and they simply install it per Newmar request. They said it is not of their manufacture and they don't really know much about it. I also called Newmar to see if they could help, but they say they have nothing to do with the Spartan Chassis, I need to talk to Spartan. It is "not fine". I feel this is a serious safety situation waiting for a serious accident waiting to happen.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11583626
2016 Newmar VentanaEngine & coolingFuel system

Driving west on Interstate 80 in Iowa heading to South Dakota, when smoke started to appear in rear of motor home outside . Pulled over to find that diesel fuel was spraying all over the motor, very fortunate that it did not catch on fire. It is a Cummins 8.9 diesel motor # 73844606 . Had it towed to a licensed repair shop and the mechanic found that the # 1 fuel injector line had a hair line crack causing the fuel leak. Contacted Cummins on this issue and they said there is no recall on this problem , because...

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there is not enough engines having this problem. I found on a RV Forum that this issue has happened to other RV owners. The forum also stated that there are other injector lines on Cummins diesel motors that have failed. The new injector part has a bracket on it to stabilize it to the motor, so they do know about this issue. I am not sure why these injector lines are not being recalled by Cummins, this is a Safety issue that can effect property and life . The repair shop is JRS car and truck repair PO Box 193 3500 freedom st Suite B West Liberty IA 52776 phone # 319-627-4731

Filed Incident Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11473849

Questions about the Newmar Ventana

Which Newmar Ventana years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2020 (4), 2016 (3), 2019 (2). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2021 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Newmar Ventana years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2006, 2010, 2007 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Ventana years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Newmar Ventana problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (4), engine & cooling (3), fuel system (3) most often.

How many recalls does the Newmar Ventana have?

NHTSA lists 49 recalls across all Newmar Ventana model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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