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- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018 Essex motorhomes built on a Freightliner chassis. The low beam headlights do not also illuminate as intended when the high beam headlights are activated, reducing the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the driver has reduced visibility, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Daimler Trucks North America authorized service facilities will reprogram the Freightliner chassis module, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. 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
On certain motorhomes, the low beam headlights do not also turn on as intended when the high beams are activated. This leaves the driver with reduced visibility of the road ahead, which increases the risk of a crash.
The fix is a software reprogramming of the chassis control module, which is performed free of charge at an authorized service facility. Owners will be notified by the manufacturer, but you can also contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 for help. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your motorhome is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Essex | 2018 |
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