CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS; SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Dutch Star, King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes. The steering gear mounting bolts may become loose and back out, resulting in difficulty steering.
- Risk
- Difficulty steering, or the inability to steer in both directions, can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- On behalf of Newmar, Shyft Group Inc. will coordinate the recall repair and notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. The recall is expected to began April 19, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 21V 041.
- 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
Steering gear mounting bolts on certain motorhomes may become loose and back out over time, which can make the vehicle difficult to steer. In some cases the vehicle may be impossible to steer in one or both directions.
Difficulty steering or losing steering control can increase the risk of a crash. If you own an affected motorhome, contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or take it to an authorized dealer. Shyft Group Inc. is coordinating the recall on behalf of Newmar and will notify owners.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers at no cost to you. You can also 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 Dutch Star | 202020212022 |
|---|---|
| Newmar Essex | 202020212022 |
| Newmar King Aire | 202020212022 |
| Newmar London Aire | 202020212022 |
| Newmar Mountain Aire | 202020212022 |