
SAFETY
This section provides information about Newmar's compliance requirements, placards and labels,
and seatbelt safety. It also includes information about the safety components installed in your
coach, including your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, emergency exits, and much more.
COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Newmar motorhomes meet or exceed compliance for the following agencies:
CANADA
• Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS)
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (CSA Z 240)
• Canadian Electrical Code through QAI Laboratories
UNITED STATES
• Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)
• Oregon, Nebraska, and Washington State Seals
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1192 through Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA)
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70 National Electrical Code
• Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM) (Ford Chassis Only)
• Carb Compliant Phase 2
NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
IMPORTANT
If you believe that your vehicle has a significant defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Newmar Corporation
immediately.
CONTACT NHTSA
1. Phone: Auto Safety Hotline (toll free) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY #1-800-424-9153)
2. Write: NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street S.W., Washington, DC 20590
3. Website: http://www.safecar.gov.
PLACARDS AND LABELS
A variety of placards and labels are located throughout your coach. These are installed to aid in the operation of a
component, or to warn of potential dangers while operating a specific appliance, accessory, or system.
IMPORTANT
Reading, understanding, and heeding all such labels and placards is critical to the safe, efficient use of your
coach.
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