2013–2014 Newmar Bay Star, 2013–2014 Newmar Bay Star Sport, 2013–2014 Newmar Canyon Star and 5 other models Recall: In the affected vehicles, the microwave may start on its own
NHTSA campaign 14V098000 · Equipment · filed Mar 4, 2014 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Bay Star Sport, Bay Star, Canyon Star, Ventana LE, Ventana, Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, and Essex recreational vehicles manufactured February 18, 2013, through November 15, 2013, and equipped with Frigidaire KG series microwaves. In the affected vehicles, the microwave may start on its own.
The risk
If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Newmar will notify owners and dealers. The recall began on April 17, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar at 1-800-731-8300.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 14V098000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.