NHTSA Campaign 16V768000
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
Issued by Newmar Corporation · Reported Oct 21, 2016 · 42 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2017 London Aire, Essex, and King Aire motorhomes manufactured December 9, 2015, to September 26, 2016. The hydraulic entry step controller may not be functioning as designed and may allow the steps to retract unexpectedly.
Consequence
The steps can retract without warning, causing someone using the steps to fall, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steps and update the controller software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWMAR | ESSEX | 2017 | 42 |
| NEWMAR | KING AIRE | 2017 | 42 |
| NEWMAR | LONDON AIRE | 2017 | 42 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V768000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.