CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2012-2015 King Aire and Essex motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. A component within the starter motor may break, potentially resulting in the starter motor overheating or drawing excessive current.
- Risk
- A starter motor that overheats may increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan Motors dealers will replace the starter, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-543-4277 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 17012.
- 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 inside the starter motor may break, which can cause the starter to overheat or draw excessive current.
An overheating starter increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and check whether their motorhome is affected.
The starter will be replaced free of charge at a Spartan Motors dealer. Newmar will notify owners directly. You can also contact Spartan Motors at 1-800-543-4277 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300, referencing Newmar recall number 17012. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your motorhome is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Essex | 2012201320142015 |
|---|---|
| Newmar King Aire | 2012201320142015 |