CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Newmar King Aire, and Essex vehicles manufactured December 9, 2013, to December 16, 2014, equipped with certain Wabco Quick Release Valves with Double Check. In the affected valves, the rubber diaphragm may be damaged by sharp edges on the valve seat ribs, reducing the available air pressure in the air tanks.
- Risk
- The reduced air pressure levels may reduce braking performance and/or the parking brakes could reapply, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the valve, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
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. This can reduce the air pressure available in the air tanks.
Reduced air pressure may reduce braking performance, and the parking brakes could reapply unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash. Owners should contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect and replace the valve free of charge. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Essex | 20142015 |
|---|---|
| Newmar King Aire | 20142015 |