CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes built on Freightliner XC chassis equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
- Risk
- Loose brake caliper mounting bolts may reduce the brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's numbers for this recall are FL-816 and 19V-367.
- 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
Certain 2019 Newmar Essex and Mountain Aire motorhomes built on Freightliner XC chassis with air disc brakes may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough. Loose bolts can reduce brake effectiveness.
Reduced braking increases the risk of a crash. If you own an affected motorhome, have it inspected as soon as possible. Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will inspect and repair the vehicle at no charge. You can also contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Essex | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2019 |