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2006 NEWMAR ESSEX

3 recalls — 0 complaints — 10 TSBs

17V809000 Dec 15, 2017
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V809-2309.pdf. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become c... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more i... Read more
34,699 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation
15V752000 Nov 13, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Essex motorhomes manufactured March 24, 2003, to March 7, 2007, and 2005-2007 London Aire motorhomes manufactured May 30, 2005, to October 23, 2006, and 2007-2008 Mountain Aire motorhomes manufactured January 19, 2006, to February... Read more
Consequence
If the engine area is open and the cooling fan and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar service department at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan Chassis at 1-800-543-4277.
465 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Newmar Corporation
10V434000 Sep 22, 2010
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
NEWMAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN RECREATIONAL TRAILERS EQUIPPED WITH DIMPLEX ELECTRAFLAME, SYMPHONY, OR OPTIFLAME BRANDED ELECTRIC FIREPLACES, STOVES, AND FIREPLACE INSERTS. THE PLUG IN REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER FOR THE FIREPLACE CAN OVERHEAT.
Consequence
AN OVERHEATED RECEIVER COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy
NEWMAR IS WORKING WITH DIMPLEX AND DIMPLEX WILL PROVIDE OWNERS A FREE REPLACEMENT PLUG-IN REMOTE CONTROL KIT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 6, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DIMPLEX NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-888-346-7539.
435 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: NEWMAR CORPORATION

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2006 NEWMAR ESSEX

10 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER2
350000 EQUIPMENT2
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
015300 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID1
150000 SEAT BELTS1
020000 SUSPENSION1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
PIB 494 Sep 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
If the coach's HWH leveling system has intermittent issues when operating, check for corrosion or loose mounting bolts. Torque the mounting bolts (if needed) to 30 ft. pounds. A ground cable may also be installed to improve the overall grou
TSB 437 Dec 11, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes built on Spartan chassis. This recall is the result of information provided to Newmar by Spartan Motors. NHTSA # 15v 752 TC # 2015
PIB 433 Oct 20, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This PIB has been created to inform Newmar dealers that power lock actuators for baggage doors (part # 66214 and part # 123822) are now obsolete. The new part (# 024193) is a replacement for both of the obsolete parts and will mount the sam
TSB-396 Nov 2, 2012
020000 SUSPENSION
NEWMAR CORP.: ON SOME MANUFACTURED CHASSIS, THE RATIO VALVE CONTROL PORT DIAPHRAGMS, AIR IS ESCAPING AND THERE MAY EXIST A POTENTIAL DEFECT. MODELS 2004-2012 KING AIRE, MOUNTAIN AIRE, ESSEX. *PE
TSB-372 Apr 30, 2010
150000 SEAT BELTS
NEWMAR CORP.: FAILED AMSAFE SEAT BELTS BEING RETURNED TO NEWMAR FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE. PLEASE NOTE THAT WHEN CHANGING OUT WARRANTY AMSAFE SEAT BELTS, BOTH HARNESS STRAP WITH CLIP AND BUCKLE PORTION WILL NEED TO BE RETURNED. ALL MOTORIZED
344 Jun 4, 2008
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
NEWMAR CORPORATION: ALL MOTORIZED EQUIPPED WITH NORCOLD REFER. CHANGE COOLING UNIT HEATING ELEMENT VENDORS; THERE IS A NEW STYLE ELECTRIC HEATING ELEMENT THAT MUST BE USED IN CERTAIN NEW COOLING UNITS. *PE
343 Jun 2, 2008
350000 EQUIPMENT
NEWMAR CORPORATION: ALL MOTORIZED RV. A THERMAL LIMIT SWITCH IS ADDED TO CERTAIN 1200 LR, 1200 LRIM, AND 1201 LRIM REFRIGERATORS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE EXCESS OR OVERHEATING CONDITIONS IN THE HEATER AREA OF THE COOLING UNIT TO EXCEED A CERTA
343 Jun 2, 2008
351000 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
NEWMAR CORPORATION: ALL MOTORIZED RV. A THERMAL LIMIT SWITCH IS ADDED TO CERTAIN 1200 LR, 1200 LRIM, AND 1201 LRIM REFRIGERATORS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE EXCESS OR OVERHEATING CONDITIONS IN THE HEATER AREA OF THE COOLING UNIT TO EXCEED A CERTA
341 May 23, 2008
015300 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
STEERING GEAR SEAL LEAKS FLUID. *PE
337 Mar 24, 2008
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
DISCOLORATION IN THE REFRIGERATOR ENCLOSURE WALL ADJACENT TO THE FLUE EXHAUST ON NORCOLD 1200LR REFRIGERATORS. CONCERN IS THAT THE DISCOLORATION IS DUE TO EXPOSURE TO HEAT FROM THE FLUE. *NJ

NEWMAR ESSEX — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the NEWMAR ESSEX across all model years (2003–2024).

152 Total Recalls
6 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

NEWMAR ESSEX — Year by Year

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2007 5 1 View
2006 (current) 3 0
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