2014 Newmar EssexProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2014 Newmar Essex. It is covered by 13 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-809 the manufacturer reports only 6% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 15, 2017. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2014 Newmar Essex has problems

0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

13 recalls

2014 Newmar Essex recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

6%repaired · 2019 Q4

Equipment

Recall 17V-809 · Dec 15, 2017 · 34,699 vehicles · 2,193 repaired

Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

67%repaired · 2019 Q1

Electrical system: starter assembly

Recall 17V-378 · Jun 14, 2017 · 210 vehicles · 141 repaired

Risk. A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

78%repaired · 2018 Q4

Front: control arm

Recall 17V-195 · Mar 22, 2017 · 595 vehicles · 463 repaired

Risk. A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

69%repaired · 2017 Q4

Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections

Recall 16V-280 · May 10, 2016 · 93 vehicles · 64 repaired

Risk. Loss of power steering assist would result in increased difficulty to steer the vehicle in either direction at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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83%repaired · 2017 Q4

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

Recall 16V-252 · Apr 28, 2016 · 1,150 vehicles · 950 repaired

Risk. If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

42%repaired · 2017 Q2

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

Recall 15V-808 · Dec 1, 2015 · 979 vehicles · 413 repaired

Risk. If an individual climbed into the refrigerator and the door inadvertently latched, the person would not be able to open the door, increasing their risk of…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

100%repaired · 2018 Q4

Electrical system: wiring

Recall 15V-803 · Nov 30, 2015 · 1,085 vehicles · 1,085 repaired

Risk. A door lock actuator that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

48%repaired · 2016 Q2

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer

Recall 15V-149 · Mar 16, 2015 · 153 vehicles · 74 repaired

Risk. If the wiper blades separate from the wiper arms, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

83%repaired · 2016 Q2

Steering: linkages

Recall 15V-067 · Feb 6, 2015 · 24 vehicles · 20 repaired

Risk. If the steering linkage separates from the bell cranks, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

85%repaired · 2016 Q2

Supply: quick release valve

Recall 15V-061 · Feb 3, 2015 · 98 vehicles · 83 repaired

Risk. The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

55%repaired · 2016 Q2

Air suspension system: springs/bags

Recall 14V-620 · Oct 6, 2014 · 20 vehicles · 11 repaired

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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

49%repaired · 2016 Q1

Equipment

Recall 14V-098 · Mar 4, 2014 · 599 vehicles · 291 repaired

Risk. If the microwave starts on its own and there are contents inside, a fire could result.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Newmar.

Best & worst years

2014 vs. every other Essex year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Essex median. How we score

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