NHTSA Campaign 18V859000

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

Issued by Newmar Corporation · Reported Dec 4, 2018 · 308 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Newmar Essex, Ventana LE, Ventana, London Aire, and Mountain Aire vehicles. The brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been sufficiently tightened.

Consequence

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Newmar has notified owners, and Daimler Trucks North America dealers will inspect and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 18V-703.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
NEWMAR ESSEX 2018 308
NEWMAR ESSEX 2019 308
NEWMAR LONDON AIRE 2018 308
NEWMAR LONDON AIRE 2019 308
NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE 2018 308
NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE 2019 308
NEWMAR VENTANA 2018 308
NEWMAR VENTANA 2019 308
NEWMAR VENTANA LE 2018 308
NEWMAR VENTANA LE 2019 308

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V859000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.