Recall 18V859000: 2018–2019 Newmar Essex, 2018–2019 Newmar London Aire, 2018–2019 Newmar Mountain Aire +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 4, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 308
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Newmar Essex, Ventana LE, Ventana, London Aire, and Mountain Aire vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been sufficiently tightened.
The risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Newmar has notified owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will inspect and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-703.
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
- 2018 Newmar Essex
- 2019 Newmar Essex
- 2018 Newmar London Aire
- 2019 Newmar London Aire
- 2018 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2019 Newmar Mountain Aire
- 2018 Newmar Ventana
- 2019 Newmar Ventana
- 2018 Newmar Ventana LE
- 2019 Newmar Ventana LE
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V859000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 18V-703
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Owner letters
- Jan 10, 2019
- Components
- Service brakes, air:disc:caliper (Brakes)
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