Recall 17V378000: 2012–2015 Newmar Essex, 2012–2015 Newmar King Aire
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 14, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 210
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2012-2015 King Aire and Essex motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. A component within the starter motor may break, potentially resulting in the starter motor overheating or drawing excessive current.
The risk
A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan Motors dealers will replace the starter, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-543-4277 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17012.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2012 Newmar Essex
- 2013 Newmar Essex
- 2014 Newmar Essex
- 2015 Newmar Essex
- 2012 Newmar King Aire
- 2013 Newmar King Aire
- 2014 Newmar King Aire
- 2015 Newmar King Aire
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V378000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 17012
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner letters
- Jul 28, 2017
- Components
- Electrical system:starter assembly (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology