2014 NEWMAR ESSEX RECALL - #16V252000
RECALL FOR SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC : PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Essex, and 2015-2016 London Aire vehicles manufactured March 27, 2013, to October 16, 2015 and built on a Freightliner chassis. On certain recreational vehicles built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the service brakes are released.
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 |
3/27/2013 - 10/16/2015 |
| Recalled on |
4/28/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Newmar Corporation |
| Owners Notified on |
5/26/2016 |
| # Affected |
1,150 |
| Recalled for |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
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| Description |
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Essex, and 2015-2016 London Aire vehicles manufactured March 27, 2013, to October 16, 2015 and built on a Freightliner chassis. On certain recreational vehicles built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the service brakes are released. |
| Consequences |
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. As a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in a fire. Additionally, following drivers may be confused by the motorhome's actions, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will modify the affected assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner/Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 16V-204. |
| 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 STEERING
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 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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