Recall 13V653000: 2013–2014 Newmar Essex and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 12, 2013

Manufacturer

Newmar Corporation

Potentially affected

47vehicles

Model years

2013–2014

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 motorhomes manufactured October 15, 2012, through June 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the castle nuts for the steering linkage ball joint fasteners, which mount to bell cranks, may be loose. If the castle nuts become completely loose, the steering linkage may separate from the bell cranks without warning.

Possible consequence

This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Newmar will notify owners and Spartan dealers will replace the steering linkage fasteners, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Customers may contact Newmar at 1-800-731-8300.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2013 Newmar Essex0 complaints
• 2014 Newmar Essex0 complaints
• 2013 Newmar King Aire0 complaints
• 2014 Newmar King Aire1 complaints