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2013-2014 Newmar Essex and Newmar King Aire recall: steering

Newmar Corporation reported this safety recall on December 12, 2013. It covers about 47 vehicles.

vehicles affected
47
reported
Dec 12, 2013
owners notified
Jan 16, 2014
related complaints
1

Steering

What is wrong
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.
Risk
This may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 number 13V653000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about steering problems.

2013 Newmar Essex2014 Newmar Essex2013 Newmar King Aire2014 Newmar King Aire

Questions about recall 13V653000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2014 Newmar Essex and Newmar King Aire steering?

Yes. Recall 13V653000, reported on December 12, 2013, covers about 47 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V653000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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