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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V653000

STEERING

Published January 15, 2014 · Recall initiated: December 12, 2013

What's the hazard

Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 motorhomes manufactured October 15, 2012, through June 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the castle nuts for the steering linkage ball joint fasteners, which mount to bell cranks, may be loose. If the castle nuts become completely loose, the steering linkage may separate from the bell cranks without warning.

What to do

Newmar will notify owners and Spartan dealers will replace the steering linkage fasteners, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Customers may contact Newmar at 1-800-731-8300.

Recall details

Brand
NEWMAR
Model
ESSEX
Manufacturer
Newmar Corporation
Lot
2014 NEWMAR ESSEX | 2013 NEWMAR ESSEX | 2014 NEWMAR KING AIRE | 2013 NEWMAR KING AIRE
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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