2007 Newmar Dutch Star | 2008 Newmar Dutch Star | 2007 Newmar Mountain Aire | 2007 Newmar Essex | 2008 Newmar Essex | 2008 Newmar Mountain Aire — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
Published October 14, 2015 · Recall initiated: October 14, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V654000, published October 14, 2015. Recalling firm: Newmar Corporation; 2007 Newmar Dutch Star | 2008 Newmar Dutch Star | 2007 Newmar Mountain Aire | 2007 Newmar Essex | 2008 Newmar Essex | 2008 Newmar Mountain Aire — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly.
What's the hazard
Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Mountain Aire motorhomes manufactured October 16, 2006, to July 24, 2007, 2007-2008 Essex motorhomes manufactured November 1, 2006, to May 24, 2007 and 2007-2008 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured October 12, 2006, to June 29, 2007. The affected vehicles have tag axles with wheel bearings that may be adjusted too tight, resulting in their overheating during use.
What to do
Newmar will notfy owners, and Spartan dealers will check the wheel end bearings for appropriate end play, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's recall number is 15V-548.
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Recall details
- Brand
- NEWMAR
- Model
- DUTCH STAR
- Manufacturer
- Newmar Corporation
- Lot
- 2007 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR | 2008 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR | 2007 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE | 2007 NEWMAR ESSEX | 2008 NEWMAR ESSEX | 2008 NEWMAR MOUNTAIN AIRE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2007 Newmar Dutch Star | 2008 Newmar Dutch Star | 2007 Newmar Mountain Aire | 2007 Newmar Essex | 2008 Newmar Essex | 2008 Newmar Mountain Aire — Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V654000 on October 14, 2015. Reported hazard: Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Mountain Aire motorhomes manufactured October 16, 2006, to July 24, 2007, 2007-2008 Essex motorhomes manufactured November 1, 2006, to May 24, 2007 and 2007-2008 Dutch Star motorhomes manufactured October 12, 2006, to June 29, 2007. The affected vehicles have tag axles with wheel bearings that may be adjusted too tight, resulting in their overheating during use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Newmar will notfy owners, and Spartan dealers will check the wheel end bearings for appropriate end play, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2015. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1-800-731-8300 or Spartan customer service at 1-800-543-4277. Newmar's recall number is 15V-548.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NEWMAR. Model: DUTCH STAR.