CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Newmar Essex has 17 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2018 Newmar Essex recalls
Dash Brightness Can't Be Adjusted, Causing Night Glare
The instrument panel brightness on these motorhomes cannot be adjusted.
Rear lights and turn signals may fail, raising crash risk
Some motorhomes may have had their rear power distribution module damaged during manufacturing.
Bedroom Header May Fall onto Bed, Risking Injury
Certain Newmar motorhomes from 2018 to 2020, including the Essex, King Aire, and Mountain Aire models, have a bedroom fascia header that may fall unexpectedly onto the bed.
Rear lights may fail, raising crash risk
The rear Power Distribution Module (PDM) in certain motorhomes built on a Daimler Trucks chassis may have been damaged during manufacturing.
Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire
The power supply for the WiFiRanger system in certain motorhomes may overheat.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking Power
Some 2018-2019 Newmar motorhomes may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.
Entry Door May Open While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
The entry door latch rods on certain motorhomes may be improperly adjusted, so the door can open while the vehicle is in motion.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts May Reduce Braking and Raise Crash Risk
Brake caliper mounting bolts on certain motorhomes may not have been tightened to the proper specification, so they can loosen over time.
Slide-out rooms may move unexpectedly, risking injury
On certain 2018 Newmar motorhomes, the slide-out rooms can move in or out without warning when the ignition key is in the off or accessory position and the battery disconnect switch is on.
Wipers May Not Clear Windshield, Reducing Driver Visibility
Some motorhomes have windshield wiper arms with an incorrect bend, so the wipers may not properly contact the glass.
Loose Breaker Box Connections Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Some motorhomes from model year 2018 have electrical connections inside the breaker box that may not be properly tightened.
Tail Lights May Detach While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
On certain 2018 Newmar Essex motorhomes, the tail lights can loosen and separate from the vehicle while it is being driven.
Headlights May Not Light Up Fully on High Beam
On certain motorhomes, the low beam headlights do not also turn on as intended when the high beams are activated.
Loose ATS Power Connection Can Overheat and Cause Fire
A loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) in certain Newmar motorhomes can cause heat to build up in the wiring.
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.
Fuel pump may slip, causing sudden engine stall
A fuel pump drive gear in certain diesel motorhomes may slip on its drive shaft.
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.
2018 Newmar Essex questions
Does the 2018 Newmar Essex have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls for the 2018 Newmar Essex: Dash Brightness Can't Be Adjusted, Causing Night Glare; Rear lights and turn signals may fail, raising crash risk; Bedroom Header May Fall onto Bed, Risking Injury; Rear lights may fail, raising crash risk; Overheating Power Supply Can Cause Motorhome Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Newmar Essex has been fixed?
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