NEWMAR ESSEX 2013: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V653000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NEWMAR | ESSEX | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2014-01-16 | 2013-12-12 | 2014-01-15 |
Production Dates: 2012-10-15 - 2013-06-20
Manufacturers Involved: Newmar Corporation
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 47
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
