CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
- Problem
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Essex, 2020-2022 King Aire and London Aire motorhomes. A machining defect may cause pressure to build in the power steering pump and break the shaft seal, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- On behalf of Newmar Corporation, Shyft Group will inspect the pump serial number, and replace the power steering pump if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 22, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar's 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2020-2022 Newmar Essex, King Aire and London Aire motorhomes may have a machining defect in the power steering pump. Pressure can build inside the pump and break the shaft seal, causing a loss of power steering assist.
Losing power steering assist makes the vehicle much harder to steer, which increases the risk of a crash. Drivers should be aware of this risk and address the recall promptly.
The repair is free. Shyft Group, on behalf of Newmar Corporation, will inspect the power steering pump serial number and replace the pump if necessary. Owners were notified by letter mailed December 22, 2021, or can contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Newmar Essex | 20202021 |
|---|---|
| Newmar King Aire | 202020212022 |
| Newmar London Aire | 202020212022 |