Newmar Essex recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 22, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Newmar Corporation recalls 2019 Newmar Essex, Mountain Aire

Recall number

19V384000

Brand / firm

Newmar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3 units

Why it was recalled

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts may reduce the brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes built on Freightliner XC chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's numbers for this recall are FL-816 and 19V-367.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.