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Recall campaign18V144000

Recall 18V144000: 2018 Newmar Essex

Exterior lighting › Tail lights
Report received
Mar 2, 2018
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Potentially affected
33vehicles
Model years
2018

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 2018 Essex motorhomes. The taillights on these vehicles may loosen and detach from the vehicle while driving.

Possible consequence

If the taillights detach, the driver will not be able to communicate his driving intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will secure the taillights with new hardware, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

Affected model years

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

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.