NHTSA Campaign 21V088000
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Issued by Newmar Corporation · Reported Feb 18, 2021 · 253 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Dutch Star, King Aire, Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes. The steering gear mounting bolts may become loose and back out, resulting in difficulty steering.
Consequence
Difficulty steering, or the inability to steer in both directions, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
On behalf of Newmar, Shyft Group Inc. will coordinate the recall repair and notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and washers, free of charge. The recall is expected to began April 19, 2021. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300. Newmar's number for this recall is 21V 041.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWMAR | DUTCH STAR | 2020 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | DUTCH STAR | 2021 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | DUTCH STAR | 2022 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | ESSEX | 2020 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | ESSEX | 2021 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | ESSEX | 2022 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | KING AIRE | 2020 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | KING AIRE | 2021 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | KING AIRE | 2022 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | LONDON AIRE | 2020 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | LONDON AIRE | 2021 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | LONDON AIRE | 2022 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | MOUNTAIN AIRE | 2020 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | MOUNTAIN AIRE | 2021 | 253 |
| NEWMAR | MOUNTAIN AIRE | 2022 | 253 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V088000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.