CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Mountain Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes. The bedroom fascia header may fall unexpectedly onto the bed.
- Risk
- If the fascia header falls while there is an occupant in the bed, it can increase the risk of an injury.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will add screws and brackets to properly secure the fascia header, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2019. 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
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.
If the header falls while someone is in the bed, it can increase the risk of injury. Owners should be aware of this hazard, especially if anyone regularly sleeps in the bedroom area.
Newmar will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will add screws and brackets to properly secure the fascia header. The repair is free of charge. You can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 for more information, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Essex | 201820192020 |
|---|---|
| Newmar King Aire | 201820192020 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 201820192020 |