Air suspension system: springs/bagsRecall 14V-620 · 2014–2015 Newmar Essex
Newmar Corporation recall 14V-620 covers 20 2014–2015 Newmar Essex for a air suspension system: springs/bags problem, reported to NHTSA on October 6, 2014. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q2) shows 55% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 14V620000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
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.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
55%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 15, 2013 to June 4, 2014. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.