2016 NEWMAR ESSEX
7 recalls — 0 complaints — 28 TSBs
17V830000 Dec 19, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2018 Bay Star, Bay Star Sport, Canyon Star, Dutch Star, Essex, King Aire, London Aire, Mountain Aire, New Aire, Ventana and Ventana LE motorhomes. These vehicles may have a loose power connection at the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)... Read more
Consequence
The build up of heat in the wiring from the loose power connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electrical connection at the ATS, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
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
17V195000 Mar 22, 2017
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dutch Star, 2016-2018 Mountain Aire and London Aire, and 2012-2018 Essex and King Aire motorhomes built on a Spartan Motors chassis. The ball joints on the independent front suspension (IFS) modules can loosen and separate, leading to a par... Read more
Consequence
A separated ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan service centers will remove, clean, apply thread locker, reinstall and torqued the ball joints, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2017. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-800-543-4277 to locate a qualified service center or contact Newmar ... Read more
16V478000 Jun 28, 2016
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star and Mountain Aire and 2015-2016 London Aire and Essex motorhomes manufactured January 28, 2013, to December 14, 2015 and built on a Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) chassis. The throttle pedal position sensor on the... Read more
Consequence
A sudden loss of an engine brake without warning on a motorhome may lead to a reduced brake capacity, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and DTNA dealers will replace the throttle pedal, free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar Customer Service Department at 1-800-731-8300 or Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1-800-547-0712, or by e-mail at DTNA.Warranty.Campaigns@Da... Read more
16V252000 Apr 28, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Dutch Star, Mountain Aire, Essex, and 2015-2016 London Aire vehicles manufactured March 27, 2013, to October 16, 2015 and built on a Freightliner chassis. On certain recreational vehicles built with a heavier, adjustable foot ped... Read more
Consequence
If the brake activation signal to a towed device remains active when the motorhome chassis service brakes are released, the brakes on a towed device may remain engaged depending on brake configuration of the trailer. As a result, the brakes would drag and possibly overheat potentially resulting in ... Read more
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and Freightliner dealers will modify the affected assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Freightliner/Daimler Trucks North America LLC at 1-800-547-0712 or Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this reca... Read more
15V492000 Aug 5, 2015
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Essex and King Aire vehicles manufactured March 7, 2014, to June 15, 2015, and 2016 Mountain Aire vehicles manufactured March 9, 2015, to June 5, 2015. The control module for the air suspension may experience a loss of power resul... Read more
Consequence
If the ride height of the suspension is less than specified ride height the vehicle may be difficult to control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners and Spartan Motors will repair the motor homes free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
15V411000 Jun 30, 2015
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 King Aire and Essex vehicles manufactured from March 13, 2014, and May 13, 2015, and model year 2016 Mountain Aire vehicles manufactured from March 17, 2015, through April 17, 2015. The affected vehicles, built on a Spartan Chass... Read more
Consequence
If the fasteners loosen, the stay rod may disconnect from the rear axle, allowing the rear axle to move freely, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Spartan will notify owners on behalf of Newmar, and dealers will replace the fasteners using thread lock, tightening them in the proper sequence and with the required torque values, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or S... Read more
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 NEWMAR ESSEX
28 manufacturer communications from 19 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 2 |
| 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL | 2 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| 021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 1 |
TSB466Amended
Jan 3, 2022
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Check for proper torque of all mounting bolts on all electric slideout motors. If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITEA? thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add
TSB472Amended
Jan 3, 2022
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Check for proper torque of all mounting bolts on all electric slideout motors. If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITEA? thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add
PIB 541
Mar 25, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Some coaches equipped with both the SilverLeaf system and a TRC transfer switch (model 40350RVC-40350RVC3) may receive a warning on the SilverLeaf touchscreen that reads a??transfer switch 0-0 failure unknown.a?? This is a false warning cau
PIB 541
Mar 25, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some coaches equipped with both the SilverLeaf system and a TRC transfer switch (model 40350RVC-40350RVC3) may receive a warning on the SilverLeaf touchscreen that reads a??transfer switch 0-0 failure unknown.a?? This is a false warning cau
PIB 538
Dec 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Newmar has made a change to the water pump circuit fuse on certain coaches to improve customer experience. In most cases, the 10 amp fuse installed by the factory is sufficient. However, some coaches equipped with a ShurFlo water pump (Newm
PIB 538
Dec 18, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Newmar has made a change to the water pump circuit fuse on certain coaches to improve customer experience. In most cases, the 10 amp fuse installed by the factory is sufficient. However, some coaches equipped with a ShurFlo water pump (Newm
PIB 529
Aug 14, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This bulletin was created to inform dealers and techs that an updated linkage is available that provides a remedy for binding linkages to the power actuator. This issue often creates difficulty when locking or unlocking the compartment door
RSB 506
Jan 18, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes. Issue: On certain motorhomes, there may be a loose electrical connection to the automatic transfer switch (ATS) that was not prope
PIB 495
Dec 14, 2017
200000 WHEELS
Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, has issued field service campaign SF546AB. In response, Newmar is publishing PIB 495. Issue: On certain coaches, a check v
PIB 495
Dec 14, 2017
071200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, has issued field service campaign SF546AB. In response, Newmar is publishing PIB 495. Issue: On certain coaches, a check v
PIB 495
Dec 14, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, has issued field service campaign SF546AB. In response, Newmar is publishing PIB 495. Issue: On certain coaches, a check v
PIB 495
Dec 14, 2017
010000 STEERING
Daimler Trucks North America LLC, on behalf of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, has issued field service campaign SF546AB. In response, Newmar is publishing PIB 495. Issue: On certain coaches, a check v
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 493
Sep 21, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Daimler Trucks North America has issued field service campaign SF543A. In response, Newmar is publishing TSB 493. Issue: On specific vehicles equipped with Stoneridge light bar control units (LBCU), the instrument panel odometer value may
TSB 493
Sep 21, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Daimler Trucks North America has issued field service campaign SF543A. In response, Newmar is publishing TSB 493. Issue: On specific vehicles equipped with Stoneridge light bar control units (LBCU), the instrument panel odometer value may
TSB 493
Sep 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Daimler Trucks North America has issued field service campaign SF543A. In response, Newmar is publishing TSB 493. Issue: On specific vehicles equipped with Stoneridge light bar control units (LBCU), the instrument panel odometer value may
RSB485
Jul 20, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, has initiated Field Service Campaign SF536A to modify specific Freightliner Custom Chassis X-line motorhome and shuttle bus chassis equipped with multiplex wiper controls, manufactured March 21, 2016
RSB485
Jul 20, 2017
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, has initiated Field Service Campaign SF536A to modify specific Freightliner Custom Chassis X-line motorhome and shuttle bus chassis equipped with multiplex wiper controls, manufactured March 21, 2016
RSB 477
Apr 27, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Spartan Motors USA, Inc. has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motor homes built on Spartan chassis. In response, Newmar Corporation is publishing the following recall: NHTSA #17V 195 TC #2017-162. Is
PIB 478
Apr 21, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
This PIB has been created to note the work instructions contained within the Newgle site for installing a super structure to reinforce an HWH slideout wall.
TSB 466
Oct 14, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEWMAR CORPORATION HAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SLIDEOUT MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES MAY HAVE BEEN UNDER-TORQUED. ISSUE: LOOSE MOUNTING BOLTS MAY CAUSE NOISE, AND MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SLIDEOUT MOTOR HOUSING.
PIB 448
Apr 4, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
INFORMATION HOW TO REGROUND SHADES IF THEY JUMP WHEN OPERATING ALL SHADES.
TSB 428R
Jan 19, 2016
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
THIS TSB IS CREATED TO NOTIFY DEALERS OF A CHANGE ITC MADE TO THE LEAD SOLDER IN THE RECESSED LIGHTING TO MAKE IT MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY. THIS CHANGE CAUSED AN ISSUE IN ITC?S LED RECESSED LIGHTS WITH A MANUFACTURED DATE CODES IN THE
TSB 442
Jan 18, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
NEWMAR HAS DETERMINED THAT A CONDITION EXISTS THAT MAY ALLOW WATER TO ENTER THE COACH FROM THE WHEEL WELL AREA WHILE DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS. POSSIBLE WATER INTRUSION AROUND THE LIFT CYLINDER ON THE FULL WALL HYDRAULIC SLIDEOUT.
TSB 436
Dec 10, 2015
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Newmar Corp. has decided some 2016 motorhomes equipped with a HWH Hydraulic Full Wall Slideout may have been shipped with low fluid level in HWH hydraulic system. This TSB only applies to units with a hydraulic Slideout system built prior t
TSB 427
Sep 1, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has decided a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain motor home chassis. Newmar has provided the list of coaches affected by this Spartan Recall. NHTSA # 15V 492 TC# 2015-345. The contro
TSB 427
Sep 1, 2015
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. has decided a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain motor home chassis. Newmar has provided the list of coaches affected by this Spartan Recall. NHTSA # 15V 492 TC# 2015-345. The contro
TSB 424
Jun 29, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Newmar has determined certain units may have excessive noise in the bedroom when running bedroom ac unit. There are a limited number of coaches since units built after 6/12/15 will not be affected and inventory not shipped were inspected pr
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
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 6 | 3 | View |
| 2020 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 14 | 1 | View |
| 2018 | 17 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2016 (current) | 7 | 0 | |
| 2015 | 14 | 1 | View |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 0 | View |