CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Essex and London Aire, 2019 Mountain Aire, Ventana LE and Ventana and 2020 Kountry Star motorhomes built on DTNA chassis. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
- Risk
- Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 6, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 20V-127.
- 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
Some Newmar motorhomes built on DTNA chassis may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough at the factory. Loose caliper bolts can reduce how well the brakes work, which raises the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Newmar will notify affected owners, and DTNA dealers will inspect the brake calipers and tighten or repair the mounting bolts at no charge. Owners can contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300, and should reference Newmar recall number 20V-127.
If you own one of the affected motorhomes, schedule an inspection with an authorized DTNA dealer as soon as possible. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether this one applies to your vehicle.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Essex | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| Newmar Kountry Star | 2020 |
| Newmar London Aire | 20192020 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 2019 |
| Newmar Ventana | 2019 |
| Newmar Ventana LE | 2019 |