Clarity on Newmar VIN Compliance

Myth:

Newmar VIN labels are not compliant with U.S. and Canadian Law.

    Fact:

• All Newmar RVs, including RVs built on Spartan chassis, are in full compliance with all regulatory requirements as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations.
• In Newmar’s units, the chassis VIN is permanently affixed behind the driver side seat on the column in each unit. As a courtesy, the chassis VIN number is also located on labels in the kitchen and closet. The stickers are designed to be tamper resistant and leave evidence of removal and are therefore considered permanent.
• As a standard practice we continue to partner with our chassis supplier, outside counsel and NHTSA to ensure our continued compliance.
• While regulations are often misinterpreted, as a second-stage manufacturer, we fully comply with all applicable standards—which differ from those governing single-stage, such as auto and commercial vehicle manufacturers.

Myth:

Newmar coaches are not street legal.

    Fact:

    All Newmar RVs are street legal and meet all regulatory requirements.

Myth:

The guidelines for RV VINs have changed.

    Fact:

• There have been no new applicable laws or policy changes related to VINs as of the publish date of this statement
• As a standard practice we continually partner with our chassis supplier, outside counsel and NHTSA to ensure our continued compliance.

Myth:

Newmar RVs do not have VINs on them.

    Fact:

• In Newmar’s units, the chassis VIN is permanently affixed behind the driver side seat on the column in each unit. As a courtesy, the chassis VIN number is also located on labels in the kitchen and closet. The stickers are designed to be tamper resistant and are therefore considered permanent.

Myth:

My RV will be seized if I cross the border.

    Fact:

• Newmar’s coaches cross the border every day without issue, whether for tourism or sale. Over the years, tens of thousands of Newmar owners have successfully traveled between borders without issue and they continue to do so.
• If a customer would like to sell their coach across an international border we recommend they fully understand the requirements of such a sale and use a reputable dealer and customs broker.
• Multiple other manufacturers also use a Spartan chassis, and to our knowledge, no other manufacturer has had any issue related to international crossings. To our knowledge, this is the first and only time this has happened in Newmar’s 57-year history.

Myth:

Newmar is being sued by the US Government.

    Fact:

    Newmar is not party to any legal action nor is there a recall.

Myth:

Newmar RVs cannot be sold across the border.

    Fact:

• Newmar’s coaches can be sold across the border without issue.
• If a customer would like to sell their coach across an international border we recommend they fully understand the requirements of such a sale and use a reputable dealer and customs broker.

Myth:

The recent fine involving the King Aire is due to Newmar’s non-compliance or recommendation.

    Fact:
 

• There are many facts related to the consumer’s fine in this incident that Newmar continues to investigate. To the best of Newmar’s knowledge:
  • This concerns an attempted sale (an import) from Canada to the United States.
  • Mr. Warner tried on at least two occasions at two different ports to import the coach.
  • The first attempted border crossing happened in the spring of 2025, the second was at the end of July, 2025.
  • After Newmar attempted to provide assistance, Mr. Warner decided to follow Southwest Luxury Coach’s suggestion (a non-authorized Newmar dealer) to attempt importing his coach into the country again, in a manner which was misaligned with Newmar’s values. Subsequently, the government fine was issued to Mr. Warner.