Newmar Recall 14V620000: Suspension, Rear, Springs, Air Suspension System, Springs/bags

NHTSA recall 14V620000 · announced October 6, 2014 · filed by Newmar Corporation · 20 units affected

The problem

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Essex motorhomes manufactured February 15, 2013, to June 4, 2014, and built on Freightliner chassis. In the affected vehicles, the rear axle jack mounting bracket may be attached too close to the rear suspension air bag.

The risk

The rear axle mounting bracket may rub against the suspension air bag resulting in the air bag leaking air and a suspension collapse, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Newmar has notified owners, and dealers will provide a clearance gap between the bracket and air bag, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2014 Newmar Essex
• 2015 Newmar Essex

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.