Newmar Mountain Aire recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 9, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Newmar Corporation recalls 1997–2005 Newmar — 5 models

Recall number

15V829000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,920 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of steering increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 1997-2005 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire, 1998-1999 London Aire, 2004 Essex and 1997-1998 Kountry Aire motorhomes. The affected vehicles have a steering gear mounting bracket that may crack, causing a loss of steering ability.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the steering gear mounting brackets, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's number for this recall is 15V 633.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.