CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Newmar Essex has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Equipment (1 report).
2015 Newmar Essex recalls
Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge
Certain Newmar motorhomes are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button "Pindicator" fire extinguishers that may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.
Starter Motor Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
A component inside the starter motor may break, which can cause the starter to overheat or draw excessive current.
Front Ball Joints Can Loosen, Causing Steering Loss
Certain motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis may have front suspension ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules that can loosen and separate.
Exhaust Tube Can Tear, Risking Fire in Motorhomes
The flexible exhaust tube in certain Newmar Dutch Star motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis may tear.
Engine Brake May Suddenly Stop Working, Raising Crash Risk
The accelerator (throttle) pedal position sensor on certain motorhomes may fail to return fully to zero after use.
Power steering hoses can fail, causing sudden loss of steering assist
Power steering fluid in these motorhomes can get hotter than the power steering hoses are rated for.
Brakes May Stay Engaged on Towed Vehicle, Risking Fire
Certain motorhomes built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal may fail to turn off the brake activation signal sent to a towed device when the motorhome's service brakes are released.
Air suspension may lose power and cause hard-to-control handling
On certain 2015 and 2016 Newmar Essex, King Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes built between March 2014 and June 2015, the air suspension control module may lose power.
Rear axle bolts may loosen, risking a crash
Fasteners that attach the stay rod (v-rod) to the rear drive axle may not have been installed with thread locker or tightened in the correct sequence.
Loose Tag Axle Hangers Can Cause Sudden Handling Loss
Some 2015 Newmar Essex and King Aire motorhomes built between March 26, 2014, and December 4, 2014, have tag axle suspension hangers that may move.
Wiper Blades Can Detach, Reducing Driver Visibility
Certain 2014-2015 Newmar motor homes (King Aire, Essex, London Aire and Mountain Aire models built between November 2013 and November 2014) may have wiper blades that separate from the wiper arm connectors, particularly when the wipers are set to high speed.
Steering Shaft May Slip or Disconnect, Causing Loss of Control
Certain 2015 Newmar Essex motorhomes built between March 13, 2014 and November 13, 2014 on Spartan chassis may have a steering column with inadequate spline engagement at the steering gear.
Air Brake Valve May Lose Pressure, Reducing Braking
A component in the air brake system, the quick release valve, may have a rubber diaphragm damaged by sharp edges on the valve seat ribs.
Most common 2015 Newmar Essex problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
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 damage in the interior of the trailer and fire damage to the undercarriage of the trailer. No one was injured. The contact was unaware of how the fire was extinguished. The contact was unaware of the fire department came out or a fire report was filed. The local dealer diagnosed the inverter system melted while the trailer was plugged in and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The m
2015 Newmar Essex questions
Does the 2015 Newmar Essex have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2015 Newmar Essex: Fire extinguishers may clog or fail to discharge; Starter Motor Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Front Ball Joints Can Loosen, Causing Steering Loss; Exhaust Tube Can Tear, Risking Fire in Motorhomes; Engine Brake May Suddenly Stop Working, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Newmar Essex?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Newmar Essex has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.