repaired · 2019 Q4
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2015 Newmar EssexProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2015 Newmar Essex, most often about the equipment. It is covered by 14 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 August 12, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Newmar Essex has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Equipment1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2015 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.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Electrical system: starter assembly
Risk. A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Front: control arm
Risk. A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2017 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
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.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
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…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Suspension: front
Risk. If the ride height of the suspension is less than specified ride height the vehicle may be difficult to control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. If the fasteners loosen, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, allowing the rear axle to move freely, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Leaf spring assembly: hanger,bracket
Risk. If the tag axle moves off center, vehicle handling may suddenly be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Risk. If the wiper blades separate from the wiper arms, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Steering: column
Risk. If the steering shaft disconnects or slips there would be a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Supply: quick release valve
Risk. The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Air suspension system: springs/bags
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…
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
2015 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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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Essex owners report
Recent equipment complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2015 Newmar Essex RV. The contact stated the RV trailer was parked plugged in an RV local dealer, in which the dealer had notified the contact that the trailer caught on fire due to the inverter system melting down in the trailer which caused a lot of black smoke installation…
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