While driving on I-5 doing approximately 55 MPH the front privacy shade unravelled and completely blocked the drivers forward visibility. I pulled off to the side of the interstate rolled up the shade and duct taped it to the front tv. Once I had my winter destination I contacted newmar and I was told there had been a recall for this specific problem. Later that same day the same newmar rep called back to inform me that the recall was for 2008 essex models not my 2007 essex. At that time the rep told me how to remove the privacy shade and that when I was able to take the motorhome to a newmar dealer. Newmar would participate in correcting the problem. As of today newmar is now disavowing any responsibility in the repair. Myself and my wife could have been seriously hurt or killed during the event. To be told by newmar recalled the very next year model for the same specific problem seems only coincidental.
The worst 2007 Newmar Essex problems
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- Visibility1
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Recalls 5
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling various 1995-2018 motorhomes. A list of the affected vehicles available at: These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2018. Owners may contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1‑855‑262‑3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information or owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑574‑773‑7791. Newmar's number for this recall is 17E-062.
Recall number 17V809000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is wrong
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Essex motorhomes manufactured March 24, 2003, to March 7, 2007, and 2005-2007 London Aire motorhomes manufactured May 30, 2005, to October 23, 2006, and 2007-2008 Mountain Aire motorhomes manufactured January 19, 2006, to February 27, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the engine cooling fan may separate from the fan drive while the fan is spinning.
- Risk
- If the engine area is open and the cooling fan and detaches, someone nearby may be injured.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and Spartan dealers will replace the fan and fan drive system, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Newmar service department at 1‑800‑731‑8300 or Spartan Chassis at 1‑800‑543‑4277.
Recall number 15V752000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the wheel bearings overheat, there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 15V654000 · Recall details
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
- What is wrong
- Newmar Corporation (Newmar) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Bay Star, Ventana VT/VL, Dutch Aire, Dutch Star, All-Star, Mountain Aire, and Essex motorhomes manufactured January 16, 2007, to May 24, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the circuit breaker for the refrigerator heated water line may be incorrect for the amperage draw.
- Risk
- A circuit breaker that is incorrectly rated for the amperage need increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Newmar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorhome and verify that the circuit breaker rating is correct for the amperage draw, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2014. Owners may contact Newmar customer service at 1‑800‑731‑8300.
Recall number 14V602000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Newmar is recalling certain recreational trailers equipped with dimplex electraflame, symphony, or optiflame branded electric fireplaces, stoves, and fireplace inserts. The plug in remote control receiver for the fireplace can overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated receiver could cause a fire.
- Remedy
- Newmar is working with dimplex and dimplex will provide owners a free replacement plug-in remote control kit. The safety recall began on april 6, 2011. Owners may contact dimplex north america customer service at 1‑888‑346‑7539.
Recall number 10V434000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Newmar Essex 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- If the coach's HWH leveling system has intermittent issues when operating, check for corrosion or loose...
- Engine and engine cooling
- Wheels
- This PIB has been created to inform Newmar dealers that power lock actuators for baggage doors (part #...
- Newmar corp.: on some manufactured chassis, the ratio valve control port diaphragms, air is escaping and...
- Newmar corp.: failed amsafe seat belts being returned to newmar for warranty coverage
- Newmar corporation: all motorized equipped with norcold refer. change cooling unit heating element...
- Newmar corporation: all motorized rv
- Steering gear seal leaks fluid.
- Newmar: popping or grinding noises in the front end when "ifs" suspension is articulating.
What 2007 Newmar Essex owners say
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Is the 2007 Newmar Essex reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2007 Newmar Essex, close to a typical Essex model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Newmar Essex?
Windows, wipers and visibility, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2007 Newmar Essex have?
5 recalls, covering equipment, engine and engine cooling and suspension.
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