2014 NEWMAR ESSEX RECALL - #13V653000
RECALL FOR STEERING
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX |
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| Manufacturer |
Newmar Corporation |
| Manufactured between |
10/15/2012 - 6/20/2013 |
| Recalled on |
1/15/2014 |
| Influenced by |
Newmar Corporation |
| Owners Notified on |
1/16/2014 |
| # Affected |
47 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| Notes |
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. |
| See also |
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for SUSPENSION, REAR, SPRINGS, AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SPRINGS/BAGS
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, QUICK RELEASE VALVE
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for VISIBILITY, WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, DOORS, LATCH
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, PEDALS AND LINKAGES
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for STEERING, HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST, HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT, CONTROL ARM
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STARTER ASSEMBLY
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX Recall for EQUIPMENT
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